Marc Marquez cleared to race at Mugello

It is official: the 33-year-old Marc Marquez is back. The Ducati rider completed FP1 at Mugello, logging a fastest lap of 1:47.419 to finish the session in 15th place. While he landed 1.177s behind the session leader and Catalan GP winner Fabio Di Giannantonio, the sheer fact that he is in the saddle is the real story here.

Following the session, Marquez headed straight to the medical centre for a scheduled check-up. The news is positive, as he has been declared fit to remain in the competition for the rest of the weekend. Now, the focus shifts to the Ducatisti, as he aims to put on a show for his team's home event.