If Viñales can be counted on for one thing , it ’ s his preseason speed . Should we be slightly alarmed then that he has been unable to keep team-mate Espargaro ’ s pace during testing ? Maybe , as Viñales has yet to get to grips with Aprilia ’ s 2024 aero package . Last year showed him to be incredibly fast on his day . But too often the results didn ’ t match his potential . Now in his third full season for the Noale factory , the 29-year old must start delivering and pushing for the podium places each weekend . If all falls into place , a first win since April 2021 isn ’ t beyond him .