Jorge Martín, the MotoGP World Championship leader, finished 23rd in his age group at the Maratona dles Dolomites, a 106km cycle marathon in South Tyrol, with a time of 4:10:02.2 hours.
What happened?
The event took place on a Sunday morning, with over 8,000 cyclists participating across all categories.
Jorge Martín rode the 106km distance, finishing 87th overall.
Why it matters for Jorge Martín
This achievement showcases Martín's fitness level ahead of the Sachsenring GP, where he will be competing as the World Championship leader.
Martín's team-mate, Marco Bezzecchi, is currently seven points behind him in the standings.
What comes next?
The Sachsenring GP will take place next week, followed by the summer break in the MotoGP calendar.
And then, the circus will head to the next destination, with Martín looking to maintain his lead in the World Championship standings.
Jorge Martín's participation in the Maratona dles Dolomites was not just about the competition, but also about meeting his sponsor, Fausto Pinarello, the company boss of Pinarello.
So, Martín was already on stage at the Pinarello stand in the Commercial Village on Saturday.
The Maratona dles Dolomites is a famous road cycling festival that runs for just under a week, with various events, including a 'Coffee Ride' and a 'Social Ride' for Pinarello customers.
But the highlight of the event is the dreaded marathon, which Martín chose to participate in.
The race started at 6:30 am on Sunday morning, with riders able to choose between distances of 55, 106, or 138 kilometres.
Martín's race number was 89, and he finished the 106km distance in just over 4 hours.
This achievement is a testament to Martín's endurance and fitness level, which will be crucial in the upcoming Sachsenring GP.
The World Champion, Marc Márquez, is currently 40 points behind Martín in the standings, and will be looking to close the gap at the Sachsenring GP.
But for now, Martín is focused on maintaining his lead and preparing for the next challenge in the MotoGP calendar.
The Sachsenring GP will be an exciting event, with many top riders competing, including Marc Márquez and Marco Bezzecchi.
And Jorge Martín will be looking to come out on top, with his fitness level and endurance giving him an edge over his competitors.