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Liqui Moly Husqvarna Intact GP:  When Jorge Martin wheelied his way to the chequered flag at the Buddh International Circuit after bagging the 11-lap Tissot Sprint it turned out to be a teaser for Sunday’s Grand Prix of India.

Earlier in the day, Mooney VR46 Racing Team rider Marco Bezzecchi had set the qualifying time at one minute, 43.9470 becoming clear favourite for the Tissot Sprint and the marque event on Sunday.

Martin, however, had predicted the scenario after Saturday’s practice sessions. “First lap at the sprint will be interesting,” he had commented, further adding, “Turn one is a really tight corner. It looks a bit wider. The first gear corner we arrive is not easy. It’s difficult to find the reference, maybe I found mine so I’m quite confident,” he had said.