Manuel Gonzalez was quickest during Moto2 World Championship Free Practice Friday morning at Lusail International Circuit, in Doha, Qatar. Riding his Pirelli-shod Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP Kalex on the 3.34-mile (5.38 km) track, the Spaniard recorded a 1:57.689 to lead the field of 28 riders.
Spanish veteran Aron Canet was the best of the rest with a 1:57.967 on his Fantic Racing Lino Sonego Kalex.
Turkish rider, Deniz Oncu was third-fastest with a 1:58.138 on his Red Bull KTM Ajo Kalex.
American Joe Roberts finished the opening session in 13th with a 1:58.713 on his American Racing Team Kalex.