The deal is done, and Marc Marquez has finally spoken about why he chose to move from the factory Repsol Honda team to the family atmosphere of the Gresini Ducati squad. Neil, Adam and David analyse what Marc told the media, how the other riders responded, and more. And they discuss Pol Espargaro's mood in having to make way for Pedro Acosta.

Paddock Notes: Marquez speaks in Mandalika

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Closing the gate at Catalunya and round six of 2024 MotoGP; Adam, David and Neil wrap the Gran Premi Monster Energy de Catalunya with the help of expert journalist Oriol Puigdemont. Moments, Winners and Losers and Talking points all here as the guys record show #406 a couple of hours after the Grand Prix in Barcelona and from the Media Centre.

Episode 406: Banishing the Bad at Barcelona

Adam, David and Neil are joined by renowned Spanish journalist and broadcaster Borja Gonzalez to talk about Aleix Espargaro’s impending retirement, announced today at the Gran Premi de Catalunya, and who will fill the void at the factory Aprilia team. Enjoy the first Catalan Paddock Notes show from the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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Paddock Notes: Catalunya Thursday Teaser! Adieu Aleix, hello silliness

Time for Barcelona. Adam, David and Neil chat about the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya and also speak to Pol Espargaro about the track, the Grand Prix, memories and his thoughts on a swirling 2024 silly season.

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Episode 405: Vinga Catalans! Previewing MotoGP round six with Pol Espargaro

Dave, Neil and Steve get together to go through a wide range of questions from Patreon subs in the wake of a vibrant French Grand Prix. We also talk to KTM’s Sebastian Risse about the impact and consequences of the 2027 MotoGP technical regulations following their publication last week.

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Episode 404: Ducati future, Binder, 2027 and more in your post Le Mans Qs

Round five of 2024 has been set alight in Le Mans. Another atmospheric cracker and record-busting MotoGP event in the Circuit de la Sarthe. Talking points, ‘Moments’, Winners and Losers, and our Paddock Pass Podcast grades.

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Paddock Notes: Marquez speaks in Mandalika

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