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Fabio Quartararo secured pole position at the Dutch GP in Assen with a time of 1:30.651, his fourth pole of the season. He edged out Francesco Bagnaia by just 0.028 seconds and Alex Márquez by 0.160 seconds. Championship leader Marc Márquez qualified in P4 despite two crashes during Friday practice.
Top 10 Qualifying Results
| Pos | Rider | Team | Time / Gap |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fabio Quartararo | Monster Yamaha | 1:30.651 |
| 2 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo | +0.028 |
| 3 | Alex Márquez | BK8 Gresini Ducati | +0.160 |
| 4 | Marc Márquez | Ducati Lenovo | +0.220 |
| 5 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | +0.409 |
| 6 | Franco Morbidelli | VR46 Ducati | +0.519 |
| 7 | Fermin Aldeguer | Gresini Ducati | +0.635 |
| 8 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | VR46 Ducati | +0.678 |
| 9 | Pedro Acosta | Red Bull KTM | +0.703 |
| 10 | Maverick Viñales | Red Bull KTM Tech3 | +0.814 |
What This Means for Sunday
- Quartararo</ starts on the front row again; his qualifying pace remains exceptional this season.
- Ducati dominance: Both Bagnaia and the Márquez brothers are comfortably in the top four.
- Marquez brothers: Alex secures third over his more experienced sibling a boost for Gresini Racing.
- Aprilia challenge: Bezzecchi shows solid pace in P5, proving Aprilia can compete near the front.
- KTM and VR46 strong: Acosta, Morbidelli, Viñales, Di Giannantonio, and Aldeguer make top ten.
- Strategies: Rain is not expected, so Sunday’s start and tire choice could prove key.
Notable Events During Qualifying
- Marc Márquez crashed twice on Friday but bounced back with a strong Q2 timing.
- Fabio Quartararo delivered a perfect final sector to claim pole.
- Enea Bastianini received a three-place grid penalty for holding up Alex Rins in Q1.
Key Quotes & Insights
Quartararo expressed confidence in his bike setup and lap execution. “Every corner flowed smoothly,” he said after the session.
Bagnaia noted that a few tenths lost in the chicane prevented pole, yet he remained optimistic.
Alex Márquez was pleased with his grid position and looks forward to a strong race start.
Track Conditions & Strategies
- Track conditions remained dry and stable during qualifying.
- Riders used soft tyres in the final runs to extract maximum grip.
- Expect Sunday’s strategy to focus on maintaining front-pack track position off the line.
FAQs:
Who got pole in MotoGP at Assen?
Fabio Quartararo secured pole with a time of 1:30.651, ahead of Bagnaia and Alex Márquez.
How did Marc Márquez qualify despite crashes?
Marc crashed twice during Friday practice but recovered to set a time fast enough for P4 in Q2.
Any penalties for qualifying?
Yes Enea Bastianini received a three-place grid penalty for impeding Alex Rins in Q1.
Who makes up the front row?
The front row consists of Quartararo, Bagnaia, and Alex Márquez.
What’s a good starting strategy?
Starting in the top five is essential at Assen. Positioning off the line often determines Sunday’s podium contenders.
Learn More & Follow Live
Qualifying at Assen showed marked consistency from Quartararo and strong performance from Ducati’s top riders and the Marquez brothers. Sunday’s race promises key battles off the line, layered with strategic tyre management and early overtakes. Keep an eye on Quartararo’s advantage and Ducati’s grid strength.
