The grid is full; the stands will be packed. The 2003 GP season (MotoGP) starts in Suzuka Japan on April 6. The race will feature (for the first time in a while) arguably the best riders this planet has to offer, including Colin Edwards II, Nick Hayden, Val Rossi, Max Biaggi and Loris Capirossi.

Last minute testing and prep-work will continue. Ducati will test at Suzuka (Troy Bayliss has never seen the Honda-owned track)on the 30-31 of this month. Roberts Proton, after years of trying to slay giants with a sling, just unveiled their own V5 today (it won't be raced until later in the season) while other teams are scurrying, buttoning up last minute details.