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Binder surprises everyone in MotoGP practice at the Austrian GP
In Spielberg, the South African tops the times ahead of the Ducatis, with Bagnaia and Martín already looking sharp.
19 September 2026 1 min read 21 views
Brad Binder set the fastest time in Austrian Grand Prix practice, underlining his strong connection with the Spielberg circuit and leading the field in the opening top spots.
The Ducatis followed close behind, with Francesco Bagnaia and Jorge Martín among the standout riders of the day. There were also encouraging signs from the other front-runners in a session that already pointed to the main contenders for the weekend.