Manuel Gonzalez was quickest during Moto2 World Championship Free Practice One (FP1) Friday morning at Mobility Resort Motegi, in Japan. Riding his Pirelli-shod LIQUI MOLY Dynavolt Intact GP Kalex on the 2.98-mile (4.8 km) track, the Spaniard recorded a 1:47.551 to lead the field of 27 riders.

Filip Salac was the best of the rest with a 1:47.574 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.

David Alonso was third-fastest with a 1:47.697 on his CFMOTO Power Electronics Aspar Team Kalex and his teammate Daniel Holgado got fourth with a lap time of 1:47.824.

Tony Arbolino crossed the finish line fifth on his REDS Fantic Racing Kalex with a time of 1:47.851.

American Joe Roberts finished the opening session in 18th with a 1:48.671 on his OnlyFans American Racing Team Kalex.