Pedro Acosta tops shortened Barcelona Test, Martin crashes 💥 | HIGHLIGHTS

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AI GeneratedMotoGP riders and teams conducted a one-day test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya following the Catalan Grand Prix. Despite rain cutting the session short, manufacturers gathered critical data on aerodynamics, chassis, and engine configurations to prepare for the upcoming round at Mugello.
Following a dramatic weekend at the Catalan Grand Prix,
MotoGP riders and teams remained in Barcelona on Monday
for a one-day test at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
With rain arriving shortly after midday,
much of the work was condensed into the morning session,
but there was still time for manufacturers
to gather some valuable data ahead of Mugello.
Fastest of all was Pedro Acosta,
who set a 1.38.757 as KTM enjoyed a productive morning in Catalunya.
The Spaniard focused mainly on engine configurations and setup work,
despite a small issue limiting his track time early on.
Teammate Brad Binder also continued evaluating setup items,
including rear shock and balance changes,
with KTM largely concentrating on refining existing components
rather than introducing major new parts.
At Tech 3, Maverick Vinala's continued building confidence
following his return from injury.
The Spaniard tested aerodynamic updates and suspension settings
first seen in Jerez,
while Bastianini focused primarily on electronics
and base setup improvements.
Aprilia's day, meanwhile, was disrupted by a crash
for Jorge Martín at Turn 7.
He was taken to the medical center
before undergoing further checks in hospital
with no fractures initially reported.
Before the incident, Martín had been evaluating
the old version of the rear aerodynamic package.
On the other side of the garage,
Marco Pizzecchi worked through new settings
and riding style adjustments.
While at Trackhaus Racing, Ogura tested an updated chassis
and showed positive signs in corner entry.
Ralf Fernandez also completed setup and electronics work,
despite still feeling sore following yesterday's race incident.
Over at Ducati, the workload was lighter than usual,
with Marc Marquez, Alex Marquez, and Fabio Di Gennantonio
all absent from the test following injuries
and crashes sustained during the Grand Prix weekend.
That left Peko Bagnaia leading much of the development work
for the factory team.
The Italian continued evaluating the new swingarm
already seen during the Grand Prix,
as Ducati gathered more information
on where the component performs best.
Franco Morbidelli focused on finding improved setup direction
after a strong weekend in Barcelona,
while Fermin Aldeguer continued adapting his package
and experimenting with aerodynamic combinations
as he searches for more consistent feeling over race distance.
Yamaha, meanwhile, appeared to have one of the busiest
programs of the day.
Quartararo tested updated front wing concepts
alongside revised aerodynamic bodywork,
while the factory squad also continued evaluating chassis components.
Rins was also scheduled to test new fairings,
although the changing weather conditions
limited his running before the rain arrived.
At Pramac Yamaha, Jack Miller worked through
several aerodynamic combinations,
including new front wing concepts and updated side pods,
describing the latest developments
as another step in the right direction.
Teammate Toprak Razgatlioglu, meanwhile,
continued adapting his MotoGP machinery,
focusing mainly on improving corner entry
and understanding the bike on soft tires.
Finally, the Honda bikes focused mainly
on setup and aerodynamic refinements.
Luca Marini tested updated side fairings
and rear aero concepts,
while Joan Mir evaluated a modified swingarm.
At LCR Honda, Diego Moreira also worked through
new aero and setup items,
as manufacturers wrapped up a short and valuable day
of testing in Barcelona.
Next up, Mugello, as MotoGP heads to Italy
for round nine of the season.
