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Rookie surges to sensational MotoGP pole – Speedcafe
Jorge Martin seizes pole in only his second MotoGP appearance
Jorge Martin
Rookie Jorge Martin has qualified on pole for tonights Grand Prix of Doha in only his second MotoGP appearance.
The Pramac Ducati rider won out in a session that saw Franco Morbidelli and Maverick Viñales both spend time at the top of the timesheets.
However, a late effort from the 23-year-old saw him record a maiden pole position, 0.157s clear of team-mate Johann Zarco.
“It’s difficult to describe my feelings,” Martin said.
“On the first run I was behind Mir and I felt super confident,…
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