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MotoGP Spanish GP: Marc Marquez beats Johann Zarco to pole at wet Jerez

The Ducati star mastered slippery conditions to go fastest in Andalucia on Saturday

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Why Marquez can only "survive" in Spanish GP despite return to full fitness

Marc Marquez was realistic about his prospects after a tough start to the Jerez weekend, even as Ducati appeared stronger than Aprilia

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Marc Marquez can only "survive" in Spanish GP despite return to full fitness

Marc Marquez was realistic about his prospects after a tough start to the Jerez weekend, even as Ducati appeared stronger than Aprilia

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The dilemma Bagnaia's MotoGP race engineer faces

Cristian Gabarrini, Francesco Bagnaia’s race engineer, faces a huge quandary, as he must choose between following his current protege to Aprilia or staying at Ducati to work with Pedro Acosta from 2027

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Why riders' nationalities have become a problem for Liberty Media in MotoGP

More than 40% of the riders in MotoGP are Spanish, a figure that rises to almost 60% when Italians are added. Having a different passport scores double under the new concept of entertainment that Liberty Media wants to imprint on the championship

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KTM riders say top speed advantage has disappeared in MotoGP

Pedro Acosta, Brad Binder and Maverick Vinales agree KTM has improved in cornering for 2026 - but at the expense of one of its biggest strengths

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How Ai Ogura is starting to fulfil his MotoGP potential

After a muted rookie campaign, Ogura is beginning to show the form that made him a Moto2 champion

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KTM backs “unlucky” Maverick Vinales to return and become "second leader"

Vinales struggled for performance in the early part of the year, largely due to the aftereffects of a previous injury, but KTM is not losing faith in him

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Why Gresini has flirted with leaving Ducati in MotoGP

The departure of Fermin Aldeguer – who will race with VR46 in 2027 despite his desire to remain at Gresini – has led Nadia Padovani’s team to flirt with the limited available alternatives, before ultimately settling for what now appears to be a foregone contract renewal with Ducati

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How Martin has gone from hell to heaven in just one year

A year ago, Jorge Martin was admitted to a hospital in Qatar with an injury that made him seriously consider retirement. One season later, the Spaniard is showcasing his best form in MotoGP, driven by resilience, a secure future at Yamaha and the unconditional support of his family

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Why Marquez wants Bezzecchi to carry the favourite tag for the 2026 MotoGP title

Things are not going the way of Marc Marquez in MotoGP at the moment - but there’s one bit of psychological warfare he can use against Marco Bezzecchi...

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Winners and losers from MotoGP’s United States GP

The Austin MotoGP weekend reinforced the trends from the opening two rounds of 2026, setting up an intriguing picture heading into the European leg of the season

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Ducati unveils Aprilia-inspired MotoGP wing in Austin

The factory Ducatis appeared with a major aero update in Texas on Saturday

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Ducati debuts Aprilia-inspired MotoGP wing in Austin

The factory Ducatis appeared with a major aero update in Texas on Saturday

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Winners and losers from MotoGP’s returning Brazilian Grand Prix

MotoGP made its long-awaited comeback in Brazil in front of a passionate crowd, but persistent issues with the track surface left many to question the venue’s readiness

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Marc Marquez: Brazil GP sprint would have been impossible if hole was on racing line

MotoGP riders reflect on the disruption caused by damage to the Goiania track surface after delays to the sprint race

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MotoGP riders praise “really fun” Brazil GP track despite rain disruptions

MotoGP’s ‘newest’ venue earns positive early reviews from riders, who praise its layout and high grip

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Everything we know about Goiania Circuit – MotoGP’s new Brazilian GP venue

Here’s a full preview of the returning Brazilian GP, which effectively replaces Argentina on the 2026 MotoGP calendar

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Jerez hosts three days of private MotoGP testing with Michelin and Pirelli tyres

The first private test of the 2026 season that has just begun, with Aprilia, KTM and Yamaha in action at Jerez

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Winners and losers from MotoGP’s season-opening Thailand Grand Prix

The 2026 MotoGP season kicked off in Thailand with KTM and Aprilia sharing the spoils and Ducati suffering an unusually difficult weekend

Autosport

What triggered the tyre drama in MotoGP’s Thailand GP

With two riders retiring due to tyre issues and several others reporting durability woes, the Buriram race put Michelin under scrutiny

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How injury has affected Marquez's Ducati MotoGP contract renewal

Marc Marquez opens up about contract talks with Ducati but insists he is open to a two-year deal

Motorsport

Marc Marquez explains how injury has affected his Ducati renewal

Marc Marquez opens up about contract talks with Ducati but insists he is open to a two-year deal

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Breakthrough or false dawn? Bagnaia finds early confidence on 2026 Ducati

Early gains in a key weak area suggest Ducati may have addressed Francesco Bagnaia’s biggest concern

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Why KTM should be encouraged after first MotoGP Sepang test

Initial runs at Sepang hint at progress for KTM after an aggressive development push over the winter

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