Aprilia MotoGP rider Marco Bezzecchi says he will have to "use Q1 as an advantage" after struggling to 15th in practice on Friday at the Malaysian Grand Prix.
MotoGP's in-form rider was expected to emerge as one of the favorites to fight for victory, but Bezzecchi faces an uphill battle after failing to achieve a direct Q2 spot.
It was a tough first day here. This morning was not too bad, actually. But the conditions were super tough already.
Author's summary: Bezzecchi struggles in Malaysia MotoGP Friday practice.