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Vinales Tops Aragon Test as MotoGP Teams Roll Out New Aero Designs

Hot track conditions drove Monday’s session, prompting widespread aerodynamics trials across the field.

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Overview

  • Maverick Vinales set the fastest lap of 1:45.694 minutes to edge out Marco Bezzecchi and Marc Marquez at MotorLand Aragon.
  • Ducati evaluated a revised aerodynamic package on its factory bikes with Marquez, Francesco Bagnaia and Fabio Di Giannantonio while KTM trialed a Ducati-inspired fairing, “Stegosaurus” winglets and a mass damper to reduce vibrations.
  • Yamaha focused on resolving grip issues by testing new engine specifications, two swingarm designs and updated bodywork.
  • Michelin introduced a prototype front tire aimed at handling increased downforce loads, with a possible rollout in 2026.
  • Several riders including Pedro Acosta, Manuel Gonzalez and Alex Rins crashed during the test but all walked away uninjured.