190Km/h Crash for Marc Marquez at US GP, But He Keeps Racing

Ria Sartika    Saturday, March 28, 2026    Comment   

190Km/h Crash for Marc Marquez at US GP, But He Keeps Racing

Marc Marquez crashes at 190Km/h in US GP, injures neck and back, but still posts fast lap. Full MotoGP COTA 2026 update here.

Pontianak – Last weekend, reigning world champion Marc Marquez suffered a serious crash at the US MotoGP while only on his fourth lap. The incident occurred at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA) at a speed reaching 190 km/h.

Speaking to MotoGP.com, Marquez admitted the mistake was due to overconfidence in the track, which is known for constantly changing bumps each year.

“Not the best way to start,” Marquez said. “I trusted the track, the bike, and myself too much. I should have started more carefully at a circuit like this.”

The crash left Marquez with neck and back pain. However, with his left hand still bandaged, he returned to the track for the final FP1 session and managed to set the fourth fastest lap.

The afternoon practice session proved tricky as a slippery track caused ten other riders to fall. Marquez, riding more cautiously, focused on using worn medium tires and competed for top positions alongside Ducati teammate Fabio Di Giannantonio and Trackhouse Aprilia rider Ai Ogura, who secured second place in the session.

“After the morning crash, I was calmer in the afternoon,” Marquez explained. “Seeing many yellow flags made me realize the track was slippery and the front tire could easily slide. Step by step, I got back the normal feeling and I’m happy with how the day went.”

Marquez also noted that cooler temperatures expected the next day would affect bike behavior, requiring a revised race strategy. His teammate, Francesco Bagnaia, finished eighth, securing direct access to Qualifying 2.

This incident serves as a reminder that even experienced riders face new challenges on every track, and caution remains key.

FAQ

Q1: What caused Marc Marquez’s crash at US GP 2026?
A1: The crash happened because Marquez was overconfident with COTA’s track, which had new bumps compared to previous years.

Q2: Can Marquez continue racing after the crash?
A2: Yes, despite neck and back injuries, Marquez was able to continue racing after the FP1 afternoon session.

Q3: Who was the fastest rider in the US GP afternoon session?
A3: Marc Marquez temporarily held the top spot along with Fabio Di Giannantonio and Ai Ogura.

Q4: How does the COTA track affect the race?
A4: The COTA track changes every year, including new bumps and varying temperatures, which affect bike behavior and rider strategy.

Marc Marquez Leads Free Practice at COTA, Crash in FP1 Doesn’t Stop Him

Ria Sartika    Saturday, March 28, 2026    Comment   

Marc Marquez Leads Free Practice at COTA, Crash in FP1 Doesn’t Stop Him

Marc Marquez leads FP2 at US GP after FP1 crash. Read the latest practice results, crashes, and top MotoGP riders at COTA.

MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez shook things up at the United States Grand Prix (COTA). Despite a terrifying crash in FP1, the Ducati factory rider bounced back to finish the day fastest in free practice.

On Friday morning, Marquez suffered a highside at 190 km/h, but thankfully walked away with only a bruised hand. The start of the practice session was chaotic, as six of his first timed laps were wiped out due to yellow flags. However, Marquez showed strong pace on the GP26, clocking 2m00.927s on soft tires in the final minutes to top the timesheets.

The one-hour session saw multiple crashes: Fabio Di Giannantonio, Jorge Martin, Enea Bastianini, Franco Morbidelli, Pedro Acosta, and Ai Ogura all went down in the first 10 minutes. By the afternoon, a total of nine riders had crashed as track temperatures soared at COTA.

Ogura from Trackhouse Aprilia was investigated for crashing under yellow flags shortly after Acosta went down at Turn 18, but no further action was taken. Ogura went on to finish second with 2m00.980s, while VR46’s Di Giannantonio completed the top three.

Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi finished fourth on the factory Aprilia, and Alex Marquez recovered from a crash to claim fifth on the Gresini Ducati. Acosta ended up sixth, followed by Jorge Martin in seventh. Pecco Bagnaia initially struggled to make the Q2 cutoff but managed 2m01.371s to finish eighth.

Honda’s Luca Marini had a close call during his final lap, while Tech3 KTM’s Enea Bastianini secured ninth, being the only representative after Maverick Vinales withdrew due to a shoulder injury.

Joan Mir narrowly missed Q2, facing Q1 alongside Fermin Aldeguer and Raul Fernandez. Fabio Quartararo was the fastest Yamaha in 15th, 1.1 seconds off the pace, while teammate Alex Rins, a previous COTA winner, trailed by 2.1 seconds. Pramac’s Toprak Razgatlioglu crashed during practice and finished 18th, 1.446 seconds behind.

This chaotic session reinforced that MotoGP is always full of drama—even for a world champion like Marc Marquez. With such a strong FP2 pace, he’s ready to battle for pole position and podium at COTA.

Marc Marquez Injured Right Arm and Left Hand in FP1 US MotoGP Crash

Ria Sartika    Saturday, March 28, 2026    Comment   

Marc Marquez Injured Right Arm and Left Hand in FP1 US MotoGP Crash

Marc Marquez suffers injuries to right arm and left hand in FP1 US MotoGP 2026 but returns to track after bandaging and changing Ducati leathers.

Pontianak, March 28, 2026 – Ducati team manager, Davide Tardozzi, confirmed that Marc Marquez took a heavy hit to his right arm and left hand during a 190 km/h crash in Friday’s first free practice (FP1) at the US MotoGP.

The incident happened at Turn 10 of the Circuit of the Americas (COTA) within the opening ten minutes of FP1. Marquez lost control of the front of his Desmosedici GP26 after the rear slipped, sending him sliding across the gravel and into a protective barrier.

Although he was slow to stand, Marquez eventually got up and removed his left glove. The Spanish rider opted to return to the Ducati pits on a scooter instead of heading straight to the medical center. After changing his leathers and getting visible bandaging on his left hand, Marquez returned to the track for the final ten minutes of FP1.

Over nine laps, he climbed to fourth on the timesheets, just 0.378 seconds behind Pedro Acosta (KTM). Meanwhile, championship leader Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) started FP1 in ninth and stayed on the same tires throughout the session.

Marquez is a seven-time COTA MotoGP winner, with his last victory in 2021. He is currently fifth in the world championship standings, 22 points behind Bezzecchi, and previously faced a wheel rim failure at the Thailand season opener.

Other riders also had near-misses at Turn 10 this morning but managed to stay upright. Afternoon practice is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM local time (8:00 PM WIB).

FAQ

1. What caused Marc Marquez’s crash in FP1 at the US MotoGP 2026?
Marquez lost control of his Desmosedici GP26 at Turn 10 after the rear slipped.

2. How is Marc Marquez’s condition after the crash?
He suffered injuries to his right arm and left hand but returned to the track after bandaging and changing leathers.

3. Who was the fastest rider in FP1 at COTA?
KTM’s Pedro Acosta recorded the fastest time in FP1.

4. What is Marc Marquez’s current position in the championship?
He is currently fifth, 22 points behind championship leader Marco Bezzecchi.

Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin Lead MotoGP 2026 After Brazilian GP

Ria Sartika    Sunday, March 22, 2026    Comment   

Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin Lead MotoGP 2026 After Brazilian GP

Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin dominate MotoGP 2026 standings after Brazilian GP. Bezzecchi wins fourth straight race, Martin 2nd, Pedro Acosta drops to third.

Jakarta – The 2026 Brazilian MotoGP at Interlagos delivered another thrilling weekend! Marco Bezzecchi claimed his fourth consecutive win, while his Aprilia teammate Jorge Martin finished second, completing a sensational one-two finish. This result catapulted both riders to the top of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship standings.

Bezzecchi now leads with 56 points, 11 points ahead of Martin, who celebrated his best-ever result on the Aprilia RS-GP26. Former championship leader Pedro Acosta drops to third with 42 points.

Fabio di Giannantonio from VR46 made a strong climb, moving up three positions to become the top Ducati rider in fourth place. Meanwhile, reigning champion Marc Marquez sits 22 points behind the leader ahead of next weekend’s COTA round.

Gresini Racing also had a notable weekend, with Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer scoring their first points of the season in Brazil. Johann Zarco leads the Honda riders in 11th, while Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) dropped from 11th to 16th after his sprint heroics went unrewarded in the main race.

2026 MotoGP Standings – After Brazilian GP:

Pos	Rider	Team	Points	Diff
1	Marco Bezzecchi	Aprilia Racing	56	-
2	Jorge Martin	Aprilia Racing	45	-11
3	Pedro Acosta	Red Bull KTM	42	-14
4	Fabio di Giannantonio	VR46 Ducati	37	-19
5	Marc Marquez	Ducati Lenovo	34	-22
6	Ai Ogura	Trackhouse Aprilia	33	-23
7	Raul Fernandez	Trackhouse Aprilia	29	-27
8	Alex Marquez	Gresini Ducati	13	-43
9	Brad Binder	Red Bull KTM	13	-43
10	Franco Morbidelli	VR46 Ducati	12	-44
11	Johann Zarco	Castrol Honda LCR	12	-44
12	Luca Marini	Honda HRC Castrol	11	-45
13	Francesco Bagnaia	Ducati Lenovo	10	-46
14	Fermin Aldeguer	Gresini Ducati	8	-48
15	Diogo Moreira	Pro Honda LCR	6	-50
16	Fabio Quartararo	Monster Yamaha	6	-50
17	Enea Bastianini	KTM Tech3	5	-51
18	Alex Rins	Monster Yamaha	3	-53
19	Joan Mir	Honda HRC Castrol	3	-53

Legend:
^X = Rider moved up X positions,
˅X = Rider dropped X positions,
= = Position unchanged,

MotoGP 2026 Brazilian GP – FAQ

Q: Who is leading the 2026 MotoGP Championship?
A: Marco Bezzecchi leads with 56 points, followed by his teammate Jorge Martin.

Q: How did Ducati riders perform in Brazil?
A: Fabio di Giannantonio was the top Ducati rider in 4th, while Marc Marquez sits in 5th.

Q: Which rookies scored points at the Brazilian GP?
A: Diogo Moreira and Fermin Aldeguer both scored their first points of the season.

Marco Bezzecchi Wins MotoGP Brazil 2026, Aprilia Dominates

Ria Sartika    Sunday, March 22, 2026    Comment   

Marco Bezzecchi Wins MotoGP Brazil 2026, Aprilia Dominates

Marco Bezzecchi wins MotoGP Brazil 2026, extending Aprilia’s dominance while Marc Marquez fails to reach the podium after a last-lap error.

Goiania, Brazil – Rider Marco Bezzecchi from Aprilia Racing continued his stellar start to the 2026 season by winning the MotoGP Brazil 2026 at Ayrton Senna Circuit early Monday morning WIB.

Bezzecchi crossed the finish line first with a time of 30 minutes 19.760 seconds, extending his momentum after claiming victory at the season opener in Thailand last week. This win solidifies his position as a strong championship contender this season.

Finishing in second place was Jorge Martin from Prima Pramac Racing, 3.231 seconds behind Bezzecchi. The final podium spot went to Fabio Di Giannantonio from Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team, finishing 3.780 seconds back.

Defending champion Marc Marquez had to settle for fourth place after a mistake on the final lap while battling Di Giannantonio for the podium.

From the start, Bezzecchi immediately pulled ahead from pole position, followed by Di Giannantonio and Marquez, while Martin started in fourth. Pedro Acosta made a remarkable move from ninth to fifth place.

By lap two, Marquez had moved up to second, and Acosta overtook Martin. However, Bezzecchi steadily extended his lead at the front.

On lap six, Di Giannantonio attempted an aggressive move on Marquez, causing both riders to run wide, which allowed Martin to move into second place behind Bezzecchi.

The mid-pack battle was also intense, with Alex Marquez briefly climbing to fifth before coming under pressure from Ai Ogura.

At the front, Bezzecchi maintained control. Martin tried to close the gap but could not seriously challenge for the lead.

Drama unfolded in the fight for third place. Marquez briefly took the position but was overtaken again by Di Giannantonio after a late corner error.

The race was also marked by multiple incidents. Jack Miller was forced to retire after a crash in the first corner, followed by Brad Binder, Joan Mir, and Francesco Bagnaia who also fell during the race.

This result puts Bezzecchi at the top of the riders’ championship, while Aprilia leads the constructors’ standings—a near-perfect start to the season.

📊 Full Results MotoGP Brazil 2026

1. Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) – 30:19.760

2. Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) +3.231

3. Fabio Di Giannantonio (VR46 Racing) +3.780

4. Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) +4.089

5. Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP) +8.403

6. Alex Marquez (Gresini Racing) +8.918

7. Pedro Acosta (KTM Factory) +10.687

8. Fermin Aldeguer (Gresini Racing) +11.359

9. Johann Zarco (LCR Honda) +12.907

10. Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse) +16.370

❓ FAQ (Popular Questions)

1. Who won the MotoGP Brazil 2026 race?
Marco Bezzecchi from Aprilia Racing.

2. What was Bezzecchi’s winning margin?
He finished 3.231 seconds ahead of Jorge Martin.

3. Why did Marc Marquez fail to reach the podium?
He made a mistake on the final lap while battling Di Giannantonio.

4. Is Aprilia leading the constructors’ standings?
Yes, Aprilia tops the standings after this race.

5. Which riders crashed during the race?
Jack Miller, Brad Binder, Joan Mir, and Francesco Bagnaia.

Brazil Sprint 2026 Result: Marquez Wins, Standings Tighten

Saputra Berry    Saturday, March 21, 2026    Comment   

Brazil Sprint 2026 Result: Marquez Wins, Standings Tighten

MotoGP 2026 standings after Brazil Sprint: Pedro Acosta leads, Marc Marquez wins, and the title race tightens with a very close points gap.

The 2026 MotoGP Brazil Sprint race in Goiania delivered plenty of drama and key shifts in the championship standings. Despite finishing only ninth, Pedro Acosta managed to hold on to the top spot in the MotoGP world standings.

The Red Bull KTM rider now sits on 33 points, holding a slim two-point advantage over Marco Bezzecchi, who continues to apply pressure in second place with 31 points.

The delayed Sprint race proved to be a crucial moment for several riders, including Jorge Martin, who delivered a strong performance to secure third place after beating his teammate.

Marc Marquez Shows Signs of Comeback

One of the biggest highlights came from Marc Marquez. The reigning champion claimed his first victory of the season and climbed two positions in the standings.

Marquez now has 21 points, level with Fabio di Giannantonio, the rider he defeated in Saturday’s Sprint. His resurgence signals that the title fight is far from decided.

Meanwhile, Raul Fernandez dropped one position to fourth with 23 points, while Ai Ogura remains steady in fifth place.

Yamaha Begins to Show Progress

There was also a positive development for Yamaha. Fabio Quartararo made a notable leap after finishing sixth—the team’s best result so far this season.

The result pushed Quartararo up five places to 11th in the standings with a total of 6 points.

Alex Marquez Scores First Points of the Season

After several races without scoring, Alex Marquez finally opened his account this season by finishing seventh. He now has 3 points and sits in 15th place overall.

MotoGP 2026 Standings After Brazil Sprint (Top 10)

1. Pedro Acosta – 33 points

2. Marco Bezzecchi – 31 points (-2)

3. Jorge Martin – 25 points (-8)

4. Raul Fernandez – 23 points (-10)

5. Ai Ogura – 22 points (-11)

6. Marc Marquez – 21 points (-12)

7. Fabio di Giannantonio – 21 points (-12)

8. Brad Binder – 13 points (-20)

9. Francesco Bagnaia – 10 points (-23)

10. Franco Morbidelli – 8 points (-25)

Title Race Wide Open

With such a tight points gap at the top, the 2026 MotoGP season is shaping up to be one of the most competitive in recent years. Acosta may still lead, but pressure from Bezzecchi, Martin, and Marquez is intensifying.

The Brazil Sprint could prove to be an early turning point, as momentum begins to shift and the competitive landscape evolves.

If this trend continues, fans can expect frequent changes in the standings in the upcoming races.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. Who is leading the 2026 MotoGP standings?
Pedro Acosta leads with 33 points.

2. What is the gap between first and second place?
The gap is just 2 points between Acosta and Marco Bezzecchi.

3. Who won the Brazil Sprint Race 2026?
Marc Marquez claimed his first victory of the season.

4. Is Yamaha competitive in 2026?
Yamaha is showing improvement, especially with Fabio Quartararo’s recent result.

5. Is the championship race already decided?
Not at all the standings are very close and still wide open.