Watch: Johann Zarco quickest in Portugal MotoGP practice

The Esponsorama Racing rider roared around the track in one minute 39.417 seconds to lead the field ahead of qualifying.

Algarve: Frenchman Johann Zarco set the pace during Friday's MotoGP practice session at the Algarve International Circuit in Portugal.

The Esponsorama Racing rider roared around the track in one minute 39.417 seconds to lead the field ahead of qualifying.

Maverick Vinales's (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) quickest lap was 0.119 slower, while Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia Racing Team Gresini) was third fastest.

Joan Mir (Team Suzuki Ecstar), who secured this year's title last weekend, was seventh fastest in 1:39.732, but is hoping for a stronger performance in qualifying so he can lead the grid in the season's final Grand Prix.