Fabio Quartararo ran a blistering lap at the Czech Grand Prix FP1, finishing just 0.2 seconds behind Marc Marquez.
What happened?
The session started with crashes from Pedro Acosta, Maverick Vinales, and Diogo Moreira.
Marc Marquez soon took the lead with a time of 1:53.3, over 0.6 seconds clear of Fermin Aldeguer.
Why it matters for Fabio Quartararo
Fabio Quartararo's performance is the most competitive time for the Yamaha team all season, indicating a strong chance for the French rider.
The Czech Grand Prix weekend is underway at the prestigious Brno Circuit.
What comes next?
Aprilia riders Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin had small moments, but managed to stay upright, while Martin's bike cut out during a practice lap.
Alex Marquez made his return to action after a brutal crash in Catalonia, showing a decent performance despite not running at his usual pace.
The MotoGP Czech Grand Prix FP1 results show Marc Marquez at the top, with Fabio Quartararo close behind, setting the stage for an exciting weekend.