2012 Catalunya MotoGP Test Press Releases

Press releases from the MotoGP teams after the one-day post-race test at Barcelona:

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Dovizioso quickest in Catalunya MotoGP test

Fresh from his first podium for the Monster Yamaha Tech 3 Team in yesterday's Gran Premi Aperol de Catalunya, Andrea Dovizioso topped the timesheets at the end of a productive test session at the Montmelo circuit today.

The Italian rider, who claimed a fantastic third in the 25-lap race, set a best time of 1.41.997 in the 42 laps he completed to finish ahead of factory Yamaha rider Ben Spies by 0.146s.

Warm but overcast conditions enabled Dovizioso to work on a range of set-up options with his YZR-M1 machine , including a new electronics package, which produced positive results in prolonging tyre life and managing grip on worn tyres. He was also able to evaluate an upgraded engine spec and gave Yamaha technical staff vital feedback to aid future development.

Today's test ended in positive fashion for British rider Cal Crutchlow after a difficult start this morning.

Heavy overnight rain meant the track surface was still littered with damp patches and it wasn't until after 11am that Dovizioso and Crutchlow were able to commence their work.

Year:

2012

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