Ahead of the return of the on track racing at the British GP, we take a look at the lay of the land in MotoGP™ Fantasy
After a lengthy and well-deserved rest, MotoGP™ is back with the Monster Energy British Grand Prix the first port of call as we begin the second half of the season. Naturally, with the return of the on track fun, the next round of the much loved and popular MotoGP™ Fantasy game is on the cards and below is a full recap of what’s come before, and what we think will come over the weekend at Silverstone.
Who were the form riders before the break?
Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) took victory last time out in impressive fashion to reignite his title challenge, while he also was MotoGP™ Fantasy’s top scorer in Assen with 35 points. Maverick Viñales also shone at the Dutch circuit, with the Aprilia rider taking a first podium since joining the Noale factory almost one year ago, while he tallied 32 points for his owners.
Equally impressive was rookie Marco Bezzecchi (Mooney VR46 Racing Team). The Italian has been the outstanding debutant rider in the premier class this season, and he capped off an excellent opening half of the year with a maiden MotoGP™ podium.
Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) was also in excellent form prior to the summer break, collecting an impressive 131 points in his last five races, second only to Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™). We can’t forget about Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing) either, who scythed his way through the pack at Assen to claim fourth after getting caught up in Quartararo’s early crash, and the Spaniard has 119 points to his name from his last five outings, the third highest score from that period.
The ones to watch in Silverstone
There are options aplenty to choose from ahead of the British GP, with lots up for consideration. Quartararo took victory at Silverstone one year ago, but the reigning Champion has a Long Lap Penalty coming his way for his Turn 5 crash in Assen, meaning he will have to do the hard way if he is to go back-to-back. The Frenchman is priced at 5.1M.
Aleix Espargaro ended his and Aprilia’s long podium wait last season, and the number 44 looks a decent bet for another…