The most important thing at the start of the Moto GP World Championship

What does the program look like? 20 races were originally planned, but the calendar had to be adjusted before the start of the season. There are now 19 races on the schedule, compared to only 14 last year. The events in Austin (USA) and Termas de Rio Hondo (Argentina) have been postponed for an uncertain period of time due to corona. Instead there are two races in Doha (Qatar). In addition, like last year, Portimão (Portugal) was added to the calendar as a replacement location. For the time being, the races will take place behind closed doors. Is multiple world champion Marc Marquez making his comeback? Marquez has not been on his factory Honda since his failed return after the crash in July 2020. In December, the Spaniard underwent surgery on his right arm for the third time. Since then, his health has improved week by week. But a comeback at the start of the season is not possible. Like last year, Honda test pilot Stefan Bradl from Zahling steps in as a replacement. What chances does Valentino Rossi have at the age of 42? Valentino Rossi is about to start his 26th World Cup season. The Italian is by far the oldest rider in the MotoGP field. Last year he had a disappointing season. The crowd favorite only finished the most recent World Cup series as a Yamaha factory pilot in 15th place. This year, Rossi is competing for the private Petronas team from Malaysia. Yamaha still provides him with current factory material. Rossi is aiming for top 3 results this year. But he is not one of the World Cup favorites. If he is satisfied with his results, he would also like to race in MotoGP in 2022. Who are the favorites in MotoGP? At the last test in Qatar, Ducati set the fastest time with Australian Jack Miller. The Yamaha riders Maverick Vinales (Spain), Fabio Quartararo (France) and Franco Morbidelli (Italy) were also quick. World champion Joan Mir and his Suzuki teammate Alex Rins (both Spain) are also to be expected. If former world champion Marc Marquez misses further races, Honda will have to hope for new signing Pol Espargaro (Spain).

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The most important thing at the start of the Moto GP World Championship

Last year there were only 14 races due to the corona pandemic, this time there are 19. Everything you need to know at a glance.

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