ÁLEX MÁRQUEZ ON THE FIFTH ROW IN AUSTIN

LCR Honda CASTROL rider Álex Márquez claimed a spot on the fifth row of the grid for the Grand Prix of the Americas after a hard-fought day of qualifying in Texas on Saturday. The Spaniard ended in 15^th position overall on the timesheets, but will look to make a quick start at a circuit where he has good racing memories in the lower classes.

Sitting 16^th overnight, Álex improved his time from Friday but was unable to progress automatically from FP3. He challenged for the top two places in a typically competitive Q1, but ultimately had to settle for fifth position and will now look to make a quick getaway at a circuit that suits his racing style.