Manuel Gonzalez took pole position during Moto2 World Championship qualifying Saturday at Algarve International Circuit, in Portimao, Portugal. Riding his QJMOTOR Gresini Kalex, the Spaniard turned a 1:41.514 to top the 27-rider field.

Fermin Aldeguer was second-quickest with a 1:41.648 on his Beta Tools SpeedUp Boscoscuro, and Aron Canet claimed the third and final spot on the front row with a 1:41.713 on his Fantic Racing Kalex.

American Joe Roberts qualified fifth with a 1:42.031 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.