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KTM’s Oliveira wins rain-affected Thai GP as title race hots up

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Portuguese rider Miguel Oliveira reacts on the podium after winning the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix at the Buriram International Circuit in Buri Ram on Sunday. (AFP photo)

KTM motorcyclist Miguel Oliveira held his nerve in rainy conditions to win the Thai Grand Prix in Buri Ram on Sunday as Francesco Bagnaia made up significant ground on world championship leader Fabio Quartararo who finished 17th.

Oliveira crossed the line 0.730 seconds ahead of Ducati duo Jack Miller and Bagnaia at the Chang International Circuit, in a race significantly delayed by rain.

“It was a long race, but I can’t complain. Every time we get a chance to race on the wet, I’m always super-fast,” said Oliveira, who also showcased…

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