Operators of the Algarve International Circuit in Portugal have registered an interest in bringing a MotoGP event from 2019 onwards as a replacement for the Finland’s Kimi-Ring. This was a result of recent speculation that the GP track had hit financial issue, however Dorna have reportedly rejected the proposal. - Speed Week

Marc Marquez has claimed that next season ‘will be difficult’ after the rise in a number of MotoGP stars. The World Champion said: “I learned that you can not underestimate anyone because everyone can surprise you like Andrea Dovizioso or Johann Zarco have done it." - AS

After missing out on the tests in both Valencia and Jerez, Tom Luthi has revealed the extent of his injury as well as the expected date of his return on January 28th. The Swiss rider said: “Two screws were used. As a result, the break was stable to movement, but not stable under load. The surgery was really only needed so that I can quickly start again with the physiotherapy and the ankle is not too stiff." - Speed Week

Valentino Rossi is set to take part in this weekend’s Monza Rally Show, seeking his sixth succes in the competition. - Gazzette