After four months, two tests and time enough for a tsunami of expectation to build, the first MotoGP race of the year is upon us. Losail International Circuit changes from test venue to raceway in the desert outside Doha, ready for the 1.21 gigawatts to enlighten its every curve and give a first glimpse of what the season may have in store. Two of the biggest questions line up alongside each other at Repsol Honda. Reigning Champion Marc Marquez comes back from surgery to his shoulder and questions abound as to the race readiness of the now seven-time World Champion, although Losail is far from an ideal venue from which to make a judgement: he’s only won once at the track in the premier...
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