Fenati sets the second-best time while Tonucci is 23rd. Positive debut for wild-card Rinaldi.
Romano Fenati was the first rider to break the two-minute wall during free practice, with a personal best of 1'59"990 that puts him in provisional first row, 0.3'' behind Viñales. Alessandro Tonucci worked on the setup, closing the day with the 23rd time in 2'01"491.
Wild-card Micheal Ruben Rinaldi (who competes in the CIV Moto3 championship with Team Italia) posted the 22nd best time at his debut in the world stage with a 2'01"447.
Romano Fenati (Team Italia FMI FTR Honda#5) 2nd, 31 laps with a 1'59"990
"We're still working on finding the best setup for the bike. I'm calm and confident, and I hope to do well on my home track."
Alessandro Tonucci (Team Italia FMI FTR Honda#19) 23rd, 33 laps with a 2'01"491
"We tweaked a few things in the morning and I tried to match the pace of the front runners in the afternoon, but unfortunately I wasn't able to. I still think I can do well during qualifiers."
Roberto Locatelli (FMI Technical Coordinator)
"The riders and the crew are doing a great job. Romano got off a good start, while Alessandro is still looking for the best setup. We can improve further tomorrow and qualify in good positions."
Team Italia FMI Press Release
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