Maverick Vinales shows improved performance in Malaysian MotoGP practice
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 30, 2026, 11:51 AM
Last updated Oct 30, 2026
Maverick Vinales performed at the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix on October 30, attributing his improved showing to reduced pain in his injured shoulder. The Tech3 KTM rider had faced challenges since his injury at the German Grand Prix in 2025, which sidelined him for several races and affected his performance in others. His current form follows a comeback attempt that started at the Japanese Grand Prix. Further assessment of his performance will occur in the upcoming races.
- •Vinales credits reduced shoulder pain for improved practice times.
- •He struggled due to injury since the 2025 German Grand Prix.
- •His comeback began at the recent Japanese Grand Prix.
- •Vinales races with Tech3 KTM in MotoGP.
- •Further races will determine his continued performance success.
- 11:51 AMMotorsport.com — "When I don't have pain, I gain," says Maverick Vinales after return to form in Malaysian MotoGP practice
"Maverick Vinales says his leap in performance at the MotoGP Malaysian Grand Prix on Friday was largely down to reduced pain in his injured shoulder. The Tech3 KTM rider has had a difficult time since hurting himself at the German Grand Prix in 2025, missing numerous races and struggling for performance when he has competed. His latest comeback, which began at the Japanese Grand Prix ...Keep reading
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