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. It was scheduled to be held at the

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on 14 July 2013. In Moto2, Kalex rider

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secured his first pole position, the first for a Belgian rider since

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took pole position in the 250cc class at the

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. In MotoGP,

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and

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were forced out of the event due to injuries.

Classification

MotoGP

Moto2

Moto3

Championship standings after the race (MotoGP)

Below are the standings for the top five riders and constructors after round eight has concluded. ;Riders' Championship standings ;Constructors' Championship standings * Note: Only the top five positions are included for both sets of standings.

References

{{MotoGP 2010–19 German motorcycle Grand Prix

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Motorcycle Grand Prix

German motorcycle Grand Prix The German motorcycle Grand Prix, first held in 1925, is a part of the Grand Prix motorcycle racing World Championship since 1952. The event is due to take place at the Sachsenring until at least 2026. History The first two ''Großer Preis von ...