Monster Energy Grand Prix de France on Ten Sports

Having finished second the year before, the Spaniard will be in confident mood as he looks to stretch what is a narrow four-point lead over team-mate and rival and the reigning World Champion - Valentino Rossi. Watch all the action from this exciting circuit, live on Ten Sports. ( please check schedule)

Rossi also has a strong pedigree at the Le Mans circuit, despite last season's 16th-placed finish there. Rossi has three premier class victories at Le Mans (2002, 2005 and 2008), and will reignite his duel with Lorenzo and company. The Italian rider also feels much more confident in his shoulder now after another extended period of recuperation between races.

The Monster Energy Grand Prix de France may only be the third round in a long season, both know the importance of securing momentum early in the season as they each seek to establish a solid points base to build on.