Aprilia boss praises “remarkable” Jorge Martin, hopes now on MotoGP’s secondary titles
Massimo Rivola says Jorge Martin was “remarkable” and ‘miraculous’ at the Qatar MotoGP, although the title slipped further away.
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Massimo Rivola says Jorge Martin was “remarkable” and ‘miraculous’ at the Qatar MotoGP, although the title slipped further away.
“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 2026 GNCC season came to an unforgettable conclusion for Phoenix Racing Honda as the team celebrated a double championship victory at the Buckwheat 100 GNCC in Newburg, West Virginia.
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…
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.
Wildwood’s podium, the Buckwheat 100 finale, Geelong Supercross, Australia’s revised MXoN result and the latest on Kyron Bacon, Byron Dennis and Daniel Sanders. The post Moto Wrap | Chadwick wins Wildwood – Riordan clinches GNCC XC2 title appeared first on MCNews .
Greetings! Welcome to this cool and wet mid-November edition of the Monday Gate Drop Column. This week’s column is once again brought to you by the awesome folks at Yamaha Motor Canada. Star Racing Yamaha rider Cole Davies is currently dominating the SX2 class in the Australian S…
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…
Ducati has praised Marc Marquez’s intelligence after his second place in the Qatar MotoGP.
With his victory in Qatar, Marco has now won 12 Grand Prix races on 12 different tracks. Freddie stopped at 11.
Jason Anderson will line up at the Paris Supercross this weekend. The American has been called up to replace Lucas Coenen, who is unable to compete due to injury. Coenen underwent surgery yesterday after the cause of his physical problems was identified. The Belgian KTM rider is …
There is no word on when Lucas Coenen is expected to be back on the bike again. How will this surgery impact his pre-season prep?
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Two-time world champion Albert Arenas will race a Ducati Panigale for Pata Go Eleven in 2027. He joins Lorenzo Baldassarri as the team fields two WorldSBK riders for the first time. The post Albert Arenas joins Go Eleven Ducati for 2027 WorldSBK debut appeared first on MCNews .
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 photograph published in The Motor Cycle on July 18, 1929, captured JG Parsons and his passenger tackling the Saltburn Championship on a Norton sidecar outfit. This archive feature revisits the racing, the extraordinary speeds achieved on sand and some remarkable incidents from …
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…
“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.”
Valentino Rossi’s new book includes a section about the death of Marco Simoncelli at the 2011 Malaysian MotoGP.
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 California native adds to a talented lineup of athletes for the new-look 250cc program, which will make a highly anticipated move to Husqvarna Mobility ahead of the 2027 season.
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Championship-calibre riders complete a commanding display in Geelong, as more than 20,000 passionate fans pack into GMHBA Stadium in southern Victoria. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE | (November 7, 2026) The third round of the 2026 Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship, presented by M…
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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 .
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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Last week’s Novatron Tampere Supercross and Offroad Expo, held in Tampere, Finland (Northern Europe), attracted a record number of visitors. A total of approximately 12,000 people attended the two-day event. Novatron Tampere Supercross and Offroad Expo, which kicked off the Finni…
DAO Racing has confirmed former BSB champion Josh Brookes will no longer race for the team in 2027.
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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Nine-time grand prix world champion Marc Marquez admits he’s prepared to leave the Qatar MotoGP on the “earliest flight possible”.
Ale Gaspari will compete in all European rounds of the MX2 World Championship in 2027. The Italian rider will represent the Young Motion powered by Resa team, which will receive support from KTM Europe. The team has announced that Gaspari will line up at all sixteen European Gran…
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…
Kailub Russell Takes Second-Straight Win, But Pass on Teammate Liam Draper Lands Jordan Ashburn a Second GNCC Championship.
When Ducati started to introduce its off-road lineup, people immediately wondered: Will they start racing the Dakar Rally? And the answer is finally yes. Sort of. They’ve revealed the new EDS 450 Rally model at the Dakar Rally. Ducati is teaming up with Rebel X Sports on this pro…
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.
Steve’s tour of North Carolina begins with a heavy show featuring in-studio guests Justin Brayton, Phil Nicoletti, and Jason Weigandt. Cooper Webb also stops by to talk about him beginning Supercross prep on his Husqvarna, JT answers to call to talk AUSX, and NASCAR driver Ty Gib…
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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Look for some close racing when the gate drops in Chilliwack in thre weeks. MXP: Hey Newf! It sounds as though the Pro Class lineup is now set for the opening weekend of the 2026 West Coast AX Championships. We’re going to put you on the spot now: who do you think is the favourit…
Only one major broadcast network is reportedly sending its staff to the event. Everyone else will broadcast from home studios.
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.
Stefan Bradl thinks an eighth MotoGP title for Marc Marquez could see the Spaniard retire from racing.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing star heads to Shropshire as the world’s best riders return to Hawkstone Park for the season opener. The Ashbrook Hawkstone International powered by Syntol Lubricants has confirmed that 2025 FIM MX2 Motocross World Champion Simon Längenfelder has entere…
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…
Storm Stacey will make his return to the North West 200 in 2027 after picking up a double victory on his debut earlier this year.
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Results and standings from around the world: 13th and final round of GNCC Racing, round four of EnduroCross from Utah, and round three of the Boost Mobile AUSX Supercross Championship.
John McGuinness and Dean Harrison will once again represent Honda Racing UK at the Isle of Man TT and North West 200. McGuinness has been racing at the TT since 1996 and whilst he hasn’t won a...
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After months of speculation about his racing future, Ken Roczen has officially committed to another season, returning to Suzuki for the 2027 Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship. The reigning 450SX champion will remain with the AWM Fulfillment PMG Suzuki presented by Progre…
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Results from Rounds 6 and 7 on the Gunnedah oval and TT course, plus the final 2026 Aussie Flat Track Nationals standings in every class. The post Dunker clinches Pro 450 title as Tom Drane doubles at Gunnedah appeared first on MCNews .
Brembo's latest racing hardware proves that even the world's best brakes aren't safe from engineers with weight-loss obsessions.
In his latest video, Cooper Webb takes his followers behind the scenes of a commercial shoot for Rocky Mountain ATV-MC. The American gives viewers an insight into everything involved in filming a commercial, from the preparations to the actual filming. Afterwards, the focus shift…
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.”
Kawasaki UK confirms its official Arenacross team for 2027, with Taylor Hammal and Tristan Purdon lining up on the new 2027 KX450F, while the KX327 two-stroke makes its official UK off-road debut at Dirt Bike Live. The officially supported Kawasaki UK team brings together two rid…
Fabio di Giannantonio says his Ducati went from “amazing” in warm-up to “impossible to lean” during Sunday's 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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Jake Dixon will make his first appearance in MotoGP as a Honda rider, replacing Joan Mir at this weekend’s Qatar Grand Prix.
Was that the ending Phillip Island deserved? Where did Martín’s race go wrong? And what is it like to ride a lap around Sepang? In this episode of the MotoGirlyPops podcast, self-proclaimed girlypops Daxa and TVRoomRaccoon dissect all the weird events of MotoGP’s final trip to Ph…
After almost two decades of racing in South America and then Saudi Arabia. the Dakar Rally is returning to its original Europe-to-Africa format, although the reasons for doing so certainly aren’t good. Anyone watching the news knows that the Middle East has been a major conflict …
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Hayato Chishiki took the 2026 Moto4 Asia Cup crown with seventh at Lusail. Qabil Irfan won the red-flagged opener and Kotaro Togashi took the finale, while Judd Plaisted scored three points across the weekend. The post Chishiki seals Moto4 Asia Cup title as Togashi wins Qatar fin…
Six Rounds to Run in Conjunction with Pro Motocross Championship; WMX Invitational Set to Return at SMX World Championship Final MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (November 4, 2026) – The SMX League has revealed the schedule of races that will comprise the 2027 Women’s Motocross Championship Pow…
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In recent years, Ducati have dominated top-flight production class racing across the globe. In 2026 alone, their Panigale V4R has won the World Superbike championship, the British Superbike...
It won't only be the Indian Motorcycle show, but we don't yet know what other engine suppliers may potentially be involved next year.
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
Ducati Lenovo Marc Márquez and the Ducati Lenovo Team came out victorious in the Grand Prix of Malaysia, setting the stage for the first match point of the season. Francesco Bagnaia finished the race in thirteenth position. Márquez took the lead at Turn 1 by overtaking his brothe…
The team discuss the Qatar Grand Prix on the latest Crash MotoGP Podcast
Of course, money is involved. When isn't it? But this is an extreme example.
This week in your sport: Whither Sexton? AUS-X down under; get well soon, Jody; and more.
Carter Thompson returns to Team BrCorse on the Yamaha R7 to take on reigning WorldSPB champion Xavi Artigas. Thompson would consider an ASBK outing during the WorldSPB off-season if the right ride came up. He has no immediate plans to race in the series. The post Carter Thompson …
Reigning three-time British Superbike champion Kyle Ryde will enter a new chapter in his career next year after joining Honda Racing UK. Ryde, who has spent the last six seasons with the OMG Racing...
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SixtySeven Racing Team has announced that it will compete with KTM machinery from the 2027 season onwards. The team has therefore opted for a new partnership with the Austrian manufacturer. The switch to KTM marks a new step for SixtySeven Racing Team as it prepares for the upcom…
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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Expanded broadcast access and growing crowds suggest that more people are tuning in to American motorcycle road racing. Motorcycle road racing has always had a compelling sales pitch: powerful production-based machines, talented riders, close competition, and high speeds. The cha…
MotoGP has been forced to adjust its Qatar schedule as riders are expected to arrive later than normal.
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The Swiss rider will return to the World Championship competition for the first time since his serious fall in Sepang in 2025, teaming up with Carter Thompson on a Yamaha R7.
Taking a drive with Supercross & Motocross Champion Chase Sexton.
Pramac Yamaha wants answers after Izan Guevara suffered a costly Qatar Moto2 retirement, losing valuable ground to title rival Manuel Gonzalez.
Which of your favorite racers changed teams? Who is staying put? And is Haiden Deegan being overlooked as a 450 contender? Your SMX Insiders Jason Weigandt and Jason Thomas are here to catch you up on all the off-season news.
Cyril Genot has won the second round of the French Sand Championship (Championnat de France des Sables – CFS). The Belgian was the strongest rider on the demanding sand circuit of Loon-Plage, finishing ahead of Todd Kellett and Dutch rider Damien Knuiman. Riding his Honda, Genot …
For this edition of Classic Steel, we are going to take a look back at the 125 Class of 1990. The 1990 season was a great year for 125 racing, but not a particularly good one for magazine shootouts. Of the Big Three US off-road enthusiast magazines, only Dirt Bike had the cajónes…
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…
Expansion of SMX Next Program Combines Supercross, Pro Motocross, and SMX Next Australia Events to Determine SMX Next World All-Stars Postseason Field ELLENTON, Fla. / MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (November 3, 2026) – The SMX League has announced the expansion of the SMX Next program, enha…
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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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Maverick Vinales is continuing to struggle with a shoulder injury
Max Anstie chats with Eric Johnson about his bid for a title in 2027, life at ClubMX, becoming a three-time World Supercross champion, and more.
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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Ryan Bart van Hove has won the second round of the French Sand Championship Junior category at Loon-Plage. He took victory ahead of Mathis Matte and Ben Almagor. In addition to van Hove, two other Dutch riders finished inside the top ten, with Jenairo Beerens taking sixth place a…
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…
“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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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…
The 2027 World Superbike rider line-up is complete.
Full weekend schedule, track map, live timing link, and more for the GNCC Racing finale in West Virginia as three pro titles are up for grabs!
Four-time WorldSBK race winner Alex Lowes has finally completed his motorcycle licence training.
Just 13 years old, John Slade Jr. travelled to the Netherlands to compete in the Dutch Supercross in Assen. The young rider impressed throughout the event and claimed the 85cc class title. In his latest video, Slade Jr. takes viewers along on his adventure at the Expo Hall in Ass…
Sources report that Danilo is ready to finalize his agreement with the Attack Performance team within the next few hours, marking his return to the United States after his 2022 stint with Ducati.
ELLENTON, Fla./MORGANTOWN, W. Va. (November 2, 2026) Released this morning, the 2027 AMA Supercross Championship Rulebook includes a new 109 dB maximum sound standard for professional off-road motorcycle racing that will take effect beginning in January with the start of the 2027…
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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…
Valentino Rossi has reopened his 2015 feud with Marc Marquez
Electric bikes spent years getting rid of gears. Now racing technology wants to bring them back. Make up your minds, people.
Wayne Rainey criticises Harley-Davidson’s factory KOTB exit as Indian increases its presence and MotoAmerica invites new manufacturers. We examine the 2027 picture, including Troy Herfoss’s return and Archie McDonald’s confirmed World Cup title defence with Joe Rascal. The post R…
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A new chapter is about to begin in Kevin Horgmo’s MXGP career. The Norwegian rider will join the new ZXMOTO factory team for the 2027 season, securing his first-ever factory contract. In his latest video, Horgmo takes viewers to EICMA in Milan, where he reveals his plans for the …
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…
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 …
From 20-rider main events to the lower 109db sound limit, Jason Weigandt gets the hows and the whys from the AMA's Jeremy Albrecht.
Marc Marquez's heart rate reached 190bpm during the Qatar MotoGP, as the title leader mounted an "exhausting" late-race charge.