It may have been Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) taking home maximum points from the Portuguese GP, but a couple of Noale factory riders made sure we were all aware of the threat they possess in 2023. A real shame for the Sprint because I think we had the pace to win it,” said Viñales. Espargaro set the fastest lap of the race on Sunday afternoon, while the Spaniard had to settle for P9 after losing out in the battle for P4. Then I had a good pace, coming back quite quickly and setting the fastest lap of the race but I couldn’t overtake so I finished ninth. I did the fastest lap of the race but I finished ninth, which is a disaster, so that’s why I was frustrated after the race.”. However, Espargaro is convinced this is just the beginning for himself and Aprilia in 2023.

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