MotoGP 2015 got off to a cracking start last night in Qatar, with three exciting races that showed we may be in for some surprises.

Moto3 saw some familiar names in new liveries battling at the front, with new-comer Fabio Quartararo join the battle at a tender 15 years of age. He showed he’s the real thing, though, despite is age. As 2-time CEV champ, he is ready to mix it up with the Moto3 gang.

Moto2 saw a run away turn into a surprise ending, flavored with a hair-raising close call. Tito Rabat is sure to have his hands full in defense of his title.

MotoGP may have held the most surprises of any class, given that for the first time in ages, two Ducatis were on a podium that displayed not a single Spanish flag. Marquez did not make the podium, a very rare instance in his two-season+1 race career. With three Ducatis in the top 10, and two on the box, 2015 looks to be very interesting indeed.

Below: the top fifteen positions in pictures:

That’s 83 premier class wins for the old timer.

So close to the first Ducati win since Casey.

First Premier Class podium!

Led for a while, then dropped off the pace to watch his rival take the win.

First turn dust up put him in last place for Turn 2, so to climb back to fifth was impressive.

His arm pump troubles remain, casting doubts on his MotoGP future.

A fair showing for his first race on the Honda.

Beat his teammate!

The rest of the Top 15 on the next page: