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Over the past six weeks, MotoGP riders progressively hardened their stance in an attempt to put pressure on the championship promoter, which remained determined to honour its contract with the Qatari government. Under that agreement, the race had to go ahead unless force majeure …
Cal Crutchlow says Marc Marquez's MotoGP title comeback comes as no surprise.
Maverick Viñales could walk away from MotoGP before the end of 2026, with the Tech3 KTM rider facing further medical checks on his troublesome shoulder.
Portimao could crown the Spaniard champion for the 10th time. He has clawed back 102 points, the previous record was Bagnaia's 91
Valentino Rossi has caused more controversy with his latest Marc Marquez comment
Francesco Bagnaia has successfully undergone surgery to repair two fractures sustained in his right foot during Saturday's MotoGP sprint race at the Qatar Grand Prix. He will now begin his rehabilitation as soon as possible, with no definitive return date yet set. However, the in…
Revisit 11 November 2012 at Valencia. Dani Pedrosa won MotoGP by a record 37.661 seconds, Casey Stoner bowed out in third and Marc Márquez took his 16th Moto2 win from 33rd on the grid. The post Valencia 2012 flashback | Pedrosa wins from pit lane as Stoner bows out appeared firs…
Ducati Lenovo Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team secured second place in the Grand Prix of Qatar, claiming a crucial podium finish in the 2026 Riders’ Championship battle and setting up a new match point at the Grand Prix of Portugal. Márquez retained second place at the sta…
Jorge condemns the spread of fake news and headlines dragging in Valentino Rossi, whom he never mentioned in his statements about Marquez and Agostini: "This kind of conduct should be severely punished!"
Marco Bezzecchi says his sprints have been too weak in 2026
Triumph Motorcycles and MotoGP reveal a new race engine which will power the Moto2 World Championship beginning in 2027. Triumph has been the exclusive engine supplier for the Moto2 World Championship since 2019. Over the course of the last seven years, Triumph has worked to revo…
Valentino Rossi has revisited his 2015 feud with Marc Marquez in his new autobiography, maintaining that the Spaniard interfered in his MotoGP title battle with Jorge Lorenzo. The nine-time world champion previously published a book about his career while he was still at the peak…
The Spaniard will make his track debut at the Valencia tests in December, but today he will already be in action at MotorLand on the Ducati V4-S
Valentino Rossi has revisited his bitter 2015 MotoGP rivalry with Marc Marquez, admitting the loss of the world title still bothers him more than a decade later.
Brembo explains how master-cylinder choices, thumb brakes, mechanical boosters and pad-clearance control shape MotoGP brake feel and rider confidence. The post Inside MotoGP brakes: The engineering behind rider confidence appeared first on MCNews .
Ducati Lenovo Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team took victory in the 10-lap Sprint at the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar and secured the first match point for the 2026 Riders’ Championship title for tomorrow’s race. Francesco Bagnaia was out of contention on lap two f…
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The Spaniard finished nearly eight-tenths of a second ahead of Nicolò on the Ducati; Savadori was third on the Aprilia, followed by Pirro on the Ducati V4. Lecuona remained in the pits.
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Jake Dixon has revealed the biggest praise Cal Crutchlow gave him in Qatar
Post-race quotes from the 2026 Qatar MotoGP, with all 16 starters in race order followed by five team bosses. Bezzecchi, Márquez and Fernández explain how their races unfolded at Lusail. The post MotoGP Riders and Team Managers reflect on Qatar GP appeared first on MCNews .
Only one major broadcast network is reportedly sending its staff to the event. Everyone else will broadcast from home studios.
What does Eddie O’Shea think of the new Moto3 bikes? Whose data does Collin Veijer want to steal? And what do Gino Borsoi, Davide Brivio and Jorge Martínez need to see to hire a female rider? This is a very special MotoGirlyPops episode brought to you from the Sepang Internationa…
In his latest podcast, Dovizioso revisits the on-track contact between Marc Marquez and Marco Bezzecchi during the sprint race. “Neither of them was concerned about the other,” he observed. “When you’re the fastest, you can play it safer.”
In this week’s MCN poll we’d simply like to know if you think Kyle Ryde has made the right decision in signing for Honda. Make your choice below.
Gigi Dall’Igna believes the Qatar Grand Prix was the pivotal moment of the 2026 season
MotoGP has received a wave of criticism for its determination to keep the Qatar Grand Prix on the calendar, an area immersed in an armed conflict since the beginning of the year, even though the event was ultimately held in complete normality. Tensions increased as the date of th…
A late pass won Daniel Holgado the Moto2 race at Lusail, while David Almansa led every Moto3 lap. Senna Agius was seventh in Moto2 and Joel Kelso sixth in Moto3. The post Holgado and Almansa win in Qatar as González closes in on Moto2 title appeared first on MCNews .
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This Honda Lead 110 was used by Marc Marquez in his rookie MotoGP season, and it could be yours
“Returning to Lusail was definitely special for him, even more so given his physical condition. What he did on Sunday was extraordinary. He pulled off something of a miracle in the Sprint.”
Maverick Vinales’ MotoGP career could already be over
Marco Bezzecchi bounced back from his crash in the sprint to take Qatar Grand Prix victory, ahead of Marc Marquez who must wait until the Portuguese round to seal the MotoGP world title. Bezzecchi used his superior pace and a strong start to lead every lap and win by 3.083s from …
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Brembo's latest racing hardware proves that even the world's best brakes aren't safe from engineers with weight-loss obsessions.
Nine-time grand prix world champion Marc Marquez admits he’s prepared to leave the Qatar MotoGP on the “earliest flight possible”.
For Iker Lecuona and Ducati, the World Championship has effectively begun: MotoGP test riders are also in action on the Andalusian track, with Nicolò Bulega making his final appearance on the GP27 850 before the Valencia season finale.
Of course, money is involved. When isn't it? But this is an extreme example.
Jorge Lorenzo has given a firm stance on the greatest of all time debate in MotoGP
Why do MotoGP riders sometimes give up the lead to manage front tyre pressure? Michelin’s Piero Taramasso explains why he backs the rule and why the lighter front Michelin built to reduce pressure swings never raced. The post MotoGP’s front tyre pressure row and the Michelin tyre…
Two-time MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia has picked up two fractures in his right foot following his frightening accident during the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race on Saturday. The injury will prevent him from taking part in Sunday's Qatar GP at the very least, with the rem…
Marc currently enjoys a 60-point cushion over Martin and could secure his eighth premier-class World Championship in Portugal, matching Agostini’s all-time record. Meanwhile, the Constructors' title fight between Ducati and Aprilia remains wide open.
Jake Dixon will make his first appearance in MotoGP as a Honda rider, replacing Joan Mir at this weekend’s Qatar Grand Prix.
Diogo Moreira says an injury from his Moto2 career was the cause of his retirement from the Qatar MotoGP.
Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi laid down a marker in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, shattering the lap record to win a pole duel with Ducati's Marc Marquez. Bezzecchi's team-mate Jorge Martin, who is also Marc's nearest championship challenger, had a disappointing session, howev…
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“We had already noticed a lack of engine performance back in Sepang. We’re not interested in pointing fingers, but whoever is responsible should take responsibility.”
Massimo Rivola says Jorge Martin was “remarkable” and ‘miraculous’ at the Qatar MotoGP, although the title slipped further away.
MotoGP has been forced to adjust its Qatar schedule as riders are expected to arrive later than normal.
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The Brazilian LCR Honda rider explains the reasons behind his withdrawl in Qatar, which are tied to his injury at the Sachsenring in the Moto2 last year.
Fabio Di Giannantonio hit form on one of his favourite tracks at Lusail on Friday, breaking the lap record to top evening practice at the MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix. The VR46 Ducati rider was fast from the moment he bolted on a soft rear tyre midway through the session, and ultimate…
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Ducati has praised Marc Marquez’s intelligence after his second place in the Qatar MotoGP.
“I’ve ridden different bikes, and I believe I have the experience to help build a competitive bike. Battistella? At 41, I’d like to be a self-manager. Marquez is incredibly strong. Martin surprised me the most.”
Details have emerged on which riders are in favour of racing at this weekend’s Qatar MotoGP, of which there are only three.
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Valentino Rossi’s new book includes a section about the death of Marco Simoncelli at the 2011 Malaysian MotoGP.
MotoGP world championship leader Marc Marquez has admitted he would rather be somewhere other than Doha on the eve of the Qatar Grand Prix. While the riders now appear fully resigned to racing in the unpopular event this weekend, and some chose to take a positive stance on Thursd…
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The head of Ducati Corse praises the Spaniard’s maturity after Lusail, but doesn’t forget Bagnaia: “We don’t know when he’ll be back on track.”
Stefan Bradl thinks an eighth MotoGP title for Marc Marquez could see the Spaniard retire from racing.
Following their last-minute arrivals in Doha, top MotoGP riders have adopted a conciliatory tone about this weekend's hotly-debated Qatar Grand Prix. Given the ongoing conflict in the region, most riders were reluctant to travel to the event, almost resulting in a standoff with s…
A lighter caliper, new tyres and a different braking challenge. Brembo’s Andrea Pellegrini explains the engineering behind MotoGP’s 850 cc brake package, from reduced thermal demand to preserving the hydraulic relationship riders rely on at the limit. The post Less heat, harder b…
Fabio di Giannantonio says his Ducati went from “amazing” in warm-up to “impossible to lean” during Sunday's Qatar MotoGP.
Jorge Martin has been declared fit to take part in first practice at the Qatar Grand Prix on Friday, giving the Aprilia rider a chance of prolonging his MotoGP world championship hopes. Martin broke his wrist at last month's Australian Grand Prix and the ongoing pain forced him t…
With his victory in Qatar, Marco has now won 12 Grand Prix races on 12 different tracks. Freddie stopped at 11.
The team discuss the Qatar Grand Prix on the latest Crash MotoGP Podcast
Pedro Acosta has signed Monster Energy as a personal sponsor ahead of his switch to Ducati for the 2027 MotoGP season. A social media post with a video showing images of the open sea and a new logo playing with the profile of a shark and the word 'Acosta' confirmed as much ahead …
“I’m in more and more pain, so something is definitely wrong. I have no reason to continue: if I’m feeling like this, it makes no sense to get on the bike and ride at 50% capacity. It just hurts me mentally.”
Pramac Yamaha wants answers after Izan Guevara suffered a costly Qatar Moto2 retirement, losing valuable ground to title rival Manuel Gonzalez.
“The Ducati V2 Future Champ is the only championship in Italy that allows a young rider to advance to the World Championship in exactly the same way as the Red Bull Rookies Cup. This confirms the credibility of our project.”
The Aprilia rider and test rider will continue to lead the development efforts and race under the Noale banner through 2028.
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Maverick Vinales is continuing to struggle with a shoulder injury
After the last race in Jerez, the Spanish rider made a crucial decision regarding his future. Here’s who will represent his interests in 2027.
Valentino Rossi has reopened his 2015 feud with Marc Marquez
MotoGP Deputy CEO defends the decision to race in Lusail but admits to communication errors, distances himself regarding the Yamaha case: “Our relationship is commercial; sporting matters are the responsibility of the FIM.”
Marc Marquez's heart rate reached 190bpm during the Qatar MotoGP, as the title leader mounted an "exhausting" late-race charge.
The World Championship returns to Europe for the penultimate round of the season. Marc Marquez could clinch the world title as early as Saturday's Sprint. Here is the full schedule for the Portuguese GP
Carlos Ezpeleta has given an update on how MotoGP will handle Yamaha’s Qatar boycott
Carlo Pernat praises Bezzecchi, criticizes the lack of a penalty for Marquez in the Sprint race, and reflects on Dall’Igna’s role: “Marc used to be pure instinct. Today, he knows how to handle a bike and a Grand Prix.” Here's his commentary on the Qatar Grand Prix, as always, ove…
Jake Dixon celebrated his first MotoGP points at Qatar, five years after his previous appearance, but was left "annoyed" by an early race mistake.
“We’ve left a lot of points on the table, but I’d rather be in this situation than have a slow bike and slow riders. The crash in the Sprint race is a different story: Bezzecchi isn’t at fault at all.”
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OPINION: Marc Marquez needed a lot to go his way in Qatar for him to be crowned champion, with his coronation now delayed until Portugal at the earliest. While there is a lot to be said for how Marquez rode in Qatar, Jorge Martin’s gritty performance deserves the spotlight he wou…
THE ANALYSIS - Twelve months ago, he was highly anticipated for the leap to the MotoGP. Now, his cupboard is bare. Toprak was never able to get to grips with the Michelins, and there was a clear regression with the M1. So, 2027 will be a crucial year for the Turkish rider and Yam…
Jorge Martin admits he nearly skipped the Qatar Grand Prix due to his injury
“Ogura also put pressure on me. I was hoping to catch up with Marquez, but the moment he picked up the pace, there was nothing I could do.”
Marc Marquez says he was “exhausted” after the Qatar MotoGP, but “better than ever” mentally.
In right-hand turns, Pedro has been spreading the fingers of his left hand ever since his rookie year in MotoGP. Jorge Lorenzo did the same. But why? Does it serve any purpose?
Raul Fernandez celebrated a Qatar MotoGP podium on his injury comeback, but felt he could have fought harder against Marc Marquez.
Fourteen riders cross the finish line, with Bezzecchi securing a victory tinged with regret. Marquez is satisfied and savours the moment, while Martin refuses to give up.
Marco Bezzecchi has kept his title hopes alive with a Qatar GP win
“Marc was just trying to make me lose, and in the end, he succeeded. Even now, when I think about it, I feel exactly the same way I did after the last race in Valencia.”
New 2026 MotoGP World Championship standings after Sunday's Qatar Grand Prix at Lusail, round 20 of 22.
Marquez is within touching distance of the riders' title, but Ducati still has to fend off Noale's challenge in the constructors' championship. Before criticizing Rivola for the points lost, credit should be given to a project capable of challenging MotoGP's giants with far fewer…
Full race results from the 2026 Qatar MotoGP at Lusail, round 20 of 22.
“I wasn’t able to get the best out of the bike because I’m still physically limited. I was really in doubt about coming here. At Portimão, I’ll be at 100%, or almost 100%.”
Aprilia CEO Massimo Rivola says his view on the Marquez/Bezzecchi clash is unchanged
“I made it back within the limits by the skin of my teeth. I don’t know how it’s possible to ride with the front tyre that cold—we didn’t get the strategy wrong. I wouldn’t have been able to keep up with Marquez, but I could have finished 4th.”
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Results from race twenty of the 2026 Moto3 season, the Qatar Grand Prix, where David Almansa dominated for his fourth win of the season.
"Bezzecchi? I came here with no expectations; he came with a strong mindset, and that made all the difference, too. The pain in my hand? When I'm on the track, I don't think about it."
Live updates from the 2026 Qatar MotoGP race at the Lusail International Circuit, where Marc Marquez could win the title.
“It doesn’t matter where I win the title; this isn’t the time to take risks. Alex has been helping me from home—it’s great to have a brother who speaks the same language as you.”
Warm-up results from the 2026 Qatar MotoGP at Lusail, round 20 of 22.
The Ducati team manager responds to the Aprilia CEO: “To win, you need a champion, a competitive bike, and technical and sporting management that works.” He then reveals: “Mugello gave us the fuel we needed to bounce back.”
MotoGP’s cameras caught a tense exchange between Marquez and Di Giannantonio
"In any case, it's great to still be in the mix with Marquez and Martín; they're two incredibly fast riders, and I'm learning a lot. These are all things I want to take with me into the future."
A depleted Qatar GP grid could cost Marc Marquez his first title match point
VIDEO - Marco Bezzecchi dominates the GP, Marc edges closer to the riders’ title, while the Aprilia-Ducati fight for the Constructors’ crown remains wide open. We discuss it all with Carlo Pernat.
