With great risk often comes great reward is an adage all 12 MotoGP riders in Q2 were following as they tackled a patchy Algarve International Circuit with slick tyres.
Deniz Öncü has taken a second career pole position after a stunning qualifying at the Grande Premio Tissot de Portugal, timing his final flying lap to perfection.
Aron Canet clinched his second Moto2 pole in fine style as the intermediate class enjoyed a dry track for the first time at the Grande Premio de Portugal.