There were plenty of talking points heading into Thursday at the Gran Premio Michelin® de la República Argentina, as the riders and teams began preparation for an action-packed Round 2 at Termas de Rio Hondo. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) voiced his ambitions to take Ducati's first victory in Argentina, whilst Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team) looks to go one better and take his maiden victory in MotoGP™.
Just in case you missed any of the action from the build-up to what promises to be an exciting weekend of racing, then don’t worry – we’ve compiled all of the main topics right here:
WATCH: "I can't do stupid or crazy things" - Bagnaia
As some title rivals sit out the Argentina GP, the reigning Champion is focused on the riders in Termas who can prove a threat to his throne
WATCH: Miller: I'm always doubted, but I always prove people wrong
From stepping up the premier class from Moto3™ to winning with Ducati and Honda, the KTM rider takes great pride in defying expectations
WATCH: Viñales details 2023 changes: "It's what I missed last year"
Bagging a podium in Portimao, the Aprilia rider has analysed some of the key differences between his current and previous setups
WATCH: What's the next target for Marco Bezzecchi in MotoGP™?
Victory is very much on the mind of the VR46 starlet after his excellent Portimao podium, and he hopes it will be sooner rather than later!
MotoGP™ Podcast: "Oliveira's injury is a punch in the face"
CryptoDATA Aprilia RNF MotoGP™ Team Principal Razlan Razali sat down with Fran Wyld to discuss a wild Round 1 and the future of the team