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Is MotoGP world champion Pecco Bagnaia crashing out of grands prix because the 2023 Ducati is just too stable?That's Bagnaia's own self-confessed "crazy" theory for the errors that are already the only thing standing between him and a huge championship lead.Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer give their takes on it - and the implications of Bagnaia's errors for the 2023 season - in the Americas Grand Prix edition of The Race MotoGP Podcast.They also assess Honda's shock return to the top step of the podium with Alex Rins and LCR (and what Marc Marquez might feel about it), the latest twists in Yamaha's hunt for both competitive form and a 2024 rider line-up, and the reasons for so many riders crashing at Austin.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 Apr 202351min

This week's podcast sees Toby Moody return for the first in a special series of extended interviews with legendary characters from Grand Prix racing, and who better to start with than Jeremy McWilliams?The Belfast-born rider developed a reputation as a fierce competitor in 250s, 500s and MotoGP, and still has an enormous appetite for racing today - as evidenced by the fact he's still competing aged 59!On this show he talks about breaking into Grand Prix racing in 1993, why he moved back and forth between 250s and 500s over the course of his career, his memorable win at Assen in 2001, the famous pole he scored for Team Roberts at Phillip Island in 2002, and what he learned racing against Valentino Rossi.He also discusses his late career move into road racing, shares his thoughts on the introduction of sprint races, and explains why he's not against the proliferation of wings and other aero devices in modern MotoGP.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidEmail your questions or comments to podcasts@the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

11 Apr 202350min

Valentino Rossi is a MotoGP race-winner again - but this time as a team boss.After Marco Bezzecchi's dominant victory for VR46 in the Argentine Grand Prix - which put him into the championship lead - The Race MotoGP Podcast looks at what the first Rossi protege to win in MotoGP for The Doctor's own team might be capable of over the rest of 2023, and beyond. And Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer also explain just how 'Rossi' the VR46 team is - given the legendary rider's relatively low profile since stepping away from the grid.Bezzecchi's breakthrough win came on a bad day for the first Rossi protege to win a MotoGP title: Pecco Bagnaia. We delve into why the reigning champion was so unnerved by his crash from second place in the wet Sunday race.The second weekend of the new sprint format produced an epic victory from 15th on the grid on Saturday. How did Brad Binder make that happen, and how good is he really? We consider that as well as what went wrong for Fabio Quartararo and practice pacesetter Aprilia, and what went right for the usually-struggling Franco Morbidelli. MotoGP stewarding consistency might get a mention too.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our brand-new app on iOS or AndroidGo to indochino.com and use code RACE to get 10% off any purchase of $399 or moreGo to grammarly.com/tone to download and learn more about Grammarly Premium’s advanced tone suggestions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

3 Apr 202352min

The MotoGP drama hasn't stopped in the days since the bruising Portuguese Grand Prix season-opener, so we've reconvened The Race MotoGP Podcast panel for a special extra episode.Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer give their take on the bizarre controversies that have erupted over Marc Marquez's penalty for crashing into Jorge Martin and Miguel Oliveira at Portimao.That penalty initially looked like it might never be served at all given the specific wording of the penalty notice and Marquez missing this weekend's race in Argentina - but then the situation changed, prompting fury and an appeal from Honda.We debate all the implications, from what it means for the always contentious topic of MotoGP stewarding and the potential for discord between Dorna and the FIM. Send us a question to podcasts@the-race.comFollow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or Android Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

29 Mar 202324min

The 2023 MotoGP season got off to a fraught start as the sprint race format made its debut at the Portuguese Grand Prix.Though the racing in the sprint was superb, The Race MotoGP Podcast panel Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer also found it pretty unnerving.Across the weekend five MotoGP riders needed medical attention and three may now miss races as a result of Portimao injuries.One of them could be Marc Marquez, who's picked up not only a hand injury but also a penalty and plenty of paddock - and podcast - condemnation after ploughing into Miguel Oliveira and Jorge Martin.Before doing that, Marquez was one of the stars of the weekend as he surpassed all expectations with pole and a sprint podium on a Honda no one could get near the front.Ahead of it all, Ducati's Pecco Bagnaia made a serene start to his title defence with a maximum score that already leaves him looking even tougher to beat - though our panel isn't declaring the championship fight over just yet.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

27 Mar 202359min

A revolutionary MotoGP season - and its longest-ever - begins this weekend, with the Portuguese Grand Prix not only beginning the 2023 world championship but also launching the new sprint race format.MotoGP broadcaster Amy Reynolds makes a special guest appearance on The Race MotoGP Podcast alongside regulars Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer as we preview the 2023 season and make a few bold predictions.Predicting the champion might be quite straightforward this time, but we also take a punt at picking their title rivals and the other potential race-winners - or maybe that should be picking the tiny number of riders who _don't_ have a shot at a race victory this season (spoiler alert: we come up with 19.5 candidates to win).The riders and teams most likely to struggle, and the potential flashpoint and controversies are discussed too.And there's also a (re)appearance from a familiar voice to podcast listeners, with news of something very special we've got planned for the rest of the season.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.comStart making your financial dreams a reality with Chime. Get started at chime.com/therace Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

22 Mar 20231h 9min

MotoGP pre-season testing ended with Ducati looking dominant, Aprilia looking strong and Yamaha having rescued its winter at the last moment. But the biggest talking point from Portimao concerned some parts that might not even appear in the grands prix for a while.Aprilia and Yamaha took MotoGP's aero development war up a notch with the latest wings they added to their bikes at the weekend, showing how ineffective the rulemakers' attempts to limit aero have been so far.Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer debate all the implications of the MotoGP wing explosion, as the thrill of a period of great innovation clashes with fears over costs and the quality of racing, not to mention the aesthetic drawbacks.Wings aside, there was plenty to delve into from the final two days of testing, with both Yamaha and Honda ditching much of what they'd been working on and finding themselves in better shape as a result - though for Honda that was still not a great situation.Epic pace and confidence from defending champion Pecco Bagnaia, arm trouble for Aleix Espargaro and how bad things look for the small number of struggling riders (and maybe one manufacturer too) are among the other topics analysed.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

13 Mar 202359min

Ahead of the final winter test this weekend, The Race MotoGP Podcast answers listeners' questions about the 2023 season's prospects - and much more.Yamaha's potential this year and beyond, and whether it risks a downward spiral with dire consequences, a particular Ducati satellite rider who might be of interest to other teams (and no, it's not Jorge Martin) and MotoGP's approach to TV deals and its own streaming package are among the topics you raised for Simon Patterson, Valentin Khorounzhiy and Matt Beer to tackle.Inevitably we (and you) stray a little beyond 2023 topics too: Brno's fate and how Valentino Rossi would've fared at Ducati had he gone there when Jorge Lorenzo did are discussed, and Sepang 2015 crops up again too.Follow The Race on Instagram, Twitter and FacebookCheck out our latest videos on YouTubeDownload our app on iOS or AndroidFor MotoGP news, analysis and must-read features visit the-race.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Mar 20231h 11min