Miller fastest in first Valencia MotoGP practice as Martin returns

AFP | Valencia

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Jack Miller led the way in opening practice for the Valencia MotoGP yesterday as Aprilia’s Jorge Martin got back on the bike after injury.

Cleared to return this week after a collarbone fracture at the Japanese Grand Prix in September, 2024 world champion Martin was slowest in 24th, 1.5 seconds behind Miller.

The Spaniard has endured an injury-hit season, preventing him from defending his title, which was claimed by Marc Marquez.

Alex Marquez wrapped up second in October and Marco Bezzecchi is poised to seal third place in Valencia, leading Francesco Bagnaia, fourth, by 35 points going into the final race of the season.

Last year the Valencia race was cancelled because of the deadly flooding which hit the region.