This marks the return of the German Motorcycle Grand Prix to its traditional date after the Dutch TT in Assen in July. This year's Sachsenring race - the 25th consecutive World Championship round in Hohenstein-Ernstthal - once again provided a record number of visitors. 233,196 spectators over three days meant a new record. MotoGP was also faster than ever on the track: Ducati rider Johann Zarco from France set a new race lap record, his Italian brand colleague Marco Bezzecchi a new top speed record.