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Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claimed victory in the MotoAmerica Motovation Supersport race at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Teammate Blake Davis finished second, followed by Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s PJ Jacobsen, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Tyler Scott, and Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s Kayla Yaakov.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
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Real Steel Honda’s JD Beach captured the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 win at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. OrangeCat Racing’s Jayson Uribe, Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates, OrangeCat Racing’s Andrew Lee, and RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Suzuki’s Rocco Landers completed the top five.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
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RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Hayden Gillim won the MotoAmerica Mission King of The Baggers Challenge race at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. S&S Indian’s Loris Baz was second, ahead of SDI Racing’s Cameron Petersen and S&S Indian’s Troy Herfoss, with Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman fifth.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
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RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Hayden Gillim took the MotoAmerica Mission King of The Baggers pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Troy Herfoss, Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman, S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Loris Baz, and SDI Racing’s Cameron Petersen filled out the top five.
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Tytlers Cycle Racing’s Cameron Beaubier set the fastest time to take the MotoAmerica Superbike pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne, Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Sean Dylan Kelly, and Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Richie Escalante rounded out the top five.
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Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates took the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 pole over OrangeCat Racing’s Jayson Uribe on Saturday at Circuit of The Americas. OrangeCat Racing’s Andrew Lee was third. Real Steel Honda’s JD Beach finished fourth, with Top Pro Motorsports/Mesa37’s Stefano Mesa rounding out the top five.
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Rahal Ducati Moto (RDM) is gearing up for an exciting 2026 MotoAmerica Season. The rider lineup includes seasoned veterans PJ Jacobsen and Kayla Yaakov, alongside one of MotoAmerica’s youngest and most promising riders, Alessandro Di Mario. With new and returning sponsors fueling the team’s momentum, RDM is ready to write its next chapter.
PJ Jacobsen Steps Up to Superbike with XPEL
One of the paddock’s fiercest competitors, PJ Jacobsen, will make his return to the Superbike class with RDM and the Ducati Panigale V4 R in 2026. Armed with the support of XPEL, a global leader in protective films and coatings for automotive, marine, and architectural applications, Jacobsen is set to battle in MotoAmerica’s premier race class. “The move to Superbike will be a huge opportunity, not only for me but for the entire team,” said Jacobsen. “I’m grateful that they chose me as the rider—next year is going to be awesome! The last two years with RDM, along with the incredible backing of our sponsors, have given me the tools to fight hard in both championship seasons. I’m privileged to be a part of the program that Graham [Rahal] has put together. It’s a dream come true.”
For Rahal Ducati Moto, it marks a milestone moment: their first full-time attack on the Superbike field.“We are very excited about the 2026 season,” said Ben Spies, RDM Team Principal. “We have a strong relationship with Ducati, and we’re looking forward to the debut of their new Superbike. PJ is an incredible talent, and we’re confident he’ll bring a lot of excitement to the Superbike class.”
Kayla Yaakov Returns to Supersport with Droplight
Rahal Ducati Moto is proud to announce the new primary sponsor of Kayla Yaakov’s No. 19 Ducati Panigale V2: Droplight, a solutions-driven organization that empowers corporations, small businesses, venture capital funds, startups, and nonprofit organizations to achieve sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced market impact. “I’m incredibly excited to welcome Droplight to my 2026 season,” said Yaakov. “It means a lot to have a partner that not only supports my journey on the track but also reflects my core values. I can’t wait to showcase what we can achieve together.” With an impressive 2025 season to date, including 13 top ten placements, Yaakov will continue to advance, showcasing Droplight’s commitment to innovation and motorsports.
“At Droplight, we believe in investing in the future – not just of business, but of individuals blazing bold new paths,” said Todd Stephens, Chief Relationships Officer for Droplight. “Supporting Kayla Yaakov through the Rahal Ducati Moto team is a natural extension of our commitment to the Rahal ecosystem and to the rising stars who embody grit, growth, and greatness. Kayla represents everything we value: courage, character, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. We’re proud to be part of her journey.”
Alessandro DiMario Joins Supersport with Roller Die + Forming
New to the team in 2026, 16-year-old Alessandro Di Mario will make his full Supersport-season debut riding for Rahal Ducati Moto with the support of Roller Die + Forming, a custom roll forming and metal fabrication company with over 60 years of industry experience. Di Mario, a promising young rider and 2x Twins Cup Champion, will bring fresh energy to the program as he begins his journey at the national level.
“I am excited to develop Alessandro as a rider and see his growth in the Supersport class,” said Richie Alexander, RDM Team Manager. “His resume speaks for itself, and we couldn’t be happier to welcome him to the RDM Team.”
Looking Ahead to 2026
“I’m proud of how quickly Rahal Ducati Moto has grown and the caliber of people involved in this program,” said Graham Rahal, Team Owner. “With PJ moving into Superbike, Kayla continuing to make her mark in Supersport, and Alessandro joining us, 2026 is shaping up to be a milestone year. We’re committed to building a winning culture and competing at the highest level, and this lineup shows we’re on the right path.”
The team is proud to continue supporting Corey Alexander in his racing career within the Moto America paddock. We look forward to witnessing his continued growth and success on the track. With his dedication, skill, and commitment to excellence, Corey is well-positioned to achieve strong results.
With a talented rider roster and the continued support of world-class partners, Rahal Ducati Moto enters the 2026 MotoAmerica season with confidence. The team will contest both the Superbike and Supersport categories, further establishing its role as a growing force in American motorcycle racing.
Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz led the way ahead of Celtic/Economy Lube+Tire/Warhorse HSBK Ducati’s Cameron Petersen to take the MotoAmerica Motovation Supersport pole on Saturday at Circuit of The Americas. Strack Racing teammate Blake Davis was third. Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s PJ Jacobsen finished fourth, with Kayla Yaakov, also riding for Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL, taking fifth.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
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Warhorse Ducati/American Racing’s Alessandro Di Mario set the pace to take the MotoAmerica Parts Unlimited Talent Cup pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Jones Honda’s Bodie Paige was second, followed by Roadracing World Young Guns rider Kensei Matsudaira in third. Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing’s Sam Drane finished fourth, with MP13 Racing’s Ella Dreher completing the top five.
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Marco Bezzecchi won the MotoGP Tissot Sprint race Saturday afternoon at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, in San Marino. Riding his Aprilia RS-GP25 on Michelin control tires, the Italian won the 13-lap race by over one second.
Alex Marquez was the runner-up on his BK8 Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP24.
Fabio Di Giannantonio placed third on his Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP25.
His teammate, Franco Morbidelli got fourth.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Pedro Acosta finished the race fifth.
Six-time MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez was leading when he crashed his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP25 out of the race at turn 15. His teammate, Francesco Bagnaia was 13th.
Marc Marquez leads the championship with 487 points, 173 ahead of Alex Marquez who has 314 points. Francesco Bagnaia is third with 237 points.
Classification sprint motogp
worldstanding motogp
More from a press release issued by Dorna:
Bezzecchi completes perfect Saturday as Marc Marquez crashes. A rare mistake from the #93 is capitalised on by the Italian on home turf as Alex Marquez and Di Giannantonio earn Saturday podiums.
Simply the Bez. Saturday well and truly belongs to Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing at the Red Bull Grand Prix of San Marino and the Rimini Riviera after the Italian clinches his first gold medal in two years with a sublime ride on home territory. Bezzecchi and title race leader Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) engaged in battle in the Tissot Sprint, but a rare mistake saw the #93 crash as Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) and Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) complete the medal honours list at Misano.
HOLESHOT FOR BEZ, MM93 GET A GREAT START
The run into the first corner in terms of the holeshot was a hotly contested one and hanging it around the outside through Turn 1 and into Turn 2 was Bezzecchi, as Marc Marquez got aggressive to get past Alex Marquez to earn an early P2. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) lost one place and was P4 at the end of Lap 1, as Bezzecchi held off Marc Marquez on the opening lap.
On Lap 2, Bezzecchi and Alex Marquez traded fastest laps of the Sprint, which meant Quartararo sit 0.4s away from the latter’s rear wheel. Lap 3 passed by and it was a very good one from leader Bezzecchi, a 1:30.970 meant his advantage was up to 0.4s over Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez.
QUARTARARO AND THEN MARC MARQUEZ CRASH
Quartararo’s Sprint then came to a premature end on Lap 5 as Turn 2 bit. The Frenchman slid out of P4 to promote the Pertamina Enduro VR46 duo into P4 and P5 – Fabio Di Giannantonio leading Franco Morbidelli.
Bezzecchi’s lead then vanished on Lap 5 and on Lap 6, the #93 pounced at Turn 6 following a small error at Turn 4 from Bezzecchi that opened a door. So, what did the title chase leader have in his pocket, and what did Bezzecchi have in response?
Well, it wouldn’t be long until a potential battle between the two ended dramatically. Marc Marquez, at Turn 15, crashed out of the lead. His first big Saturday blunder of the season unfolded and despite his best efforts to dig in his elbow and pick his Ducati up, that was his Sprint over.
Now, it was Bezzecchi vs Alex Marquez for the gold medal. At the start of Lap 9, Bezzecchi led by 0.5s and in the chase for what was now the bronze medal, Di Giannantonio was just under half a second clear of teammate Morbidelli.
BEZ HOLDS ON FOR SPRINT GOLD
With three to go, Bezzecchi had stretched his lead to just under a second now and it looked like the home hero had this one covered. Di Giannantonio didn’t have P3 under control though because Morbidelli began to swarm, the latter setting his best lap of the Sprint on Lap 11.
Last lap time! Bezzecchi led by 0.8s at the beginning of it, and the Italian held his nerve to bring his RS-GP home to back up his pole position into a Sprint win, as Alex Marquez and Di Giannantonio brought their Ducatis over the line in P2 and P3.
YOUR SPRINT POINT SCORERS
Morbidelli didn’t quite have enough to get the better of his teammate in the closing stages, so it’s P4 for the Italian on Saturday. Fifth went to Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) as he and rookie Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) came home a tenth apart, as Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol) and Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP Team) collect the final Saturday points.
COMING UP: GRAND PRIX SUNDAY
After Marc Marquez’s crash and Francesco Bagnaia’s (Ducati Lenovo Team) disappointing P13, it was a rare Saturday afternoon to forget for the factory Ducati squad. On the other hand, Aprilia will be delighted. Can they double up with victory on Sunday? The fight for Grand Prix honours looks set to be a phenomenal watch, so make sure you tune in.
Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz claimed victory in the MotoAmerica Motovation Supersport race at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Teammate Blake Davis finished second, followed by Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s PJ Jacobsen, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Tyler Scott, and Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s Kayla Yaakov.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Real Steel Honda’s JD Beach captured the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 win at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. OrangeCat Racing’s Jayson Uribe, Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates, OrangeCat Racing’s Andrew Lee, and RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Suzuki’s Rocco Landers completed the top five.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Hayden Gillim won the MotoAmerica Mission King of The Baggers Challenge race at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. S&S Indian’s Loris Baz was second, ahead of SDI Racing’s Cameron Petersen and S&S Indian’s Troy Herfoss, with Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman fifth.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
RevZilla/Motul/Vance & Hines Harley-Davidson’s Hayden Gillim took the MotoAmerica Mission King of The Baggers pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Troy Herfoss, Harley-Davidson x Dynojet Factory Racing’s Kyle Wyman, S&S/Indian Motorcycle’s Loris Baz, and SDI Racing’s Cameron Petersen filled out the top five.
Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Tytlers Cycle Racing’s Cameron Beaubier set the fastest time to take the MotoAmerica Superbike pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Attack Performance Progressive Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne, Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati’s Josh Herrin, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Sean Dylan Kelly, and Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki’s Richie Escalante rounded out the top five.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Jones Honda’s Ashton Yates took the MotoAmerica Stock 1000 pole over OrangeCat Racing’s Jayson Uribe on Saturday at Circuit of The Americas. OrangeCat Racing’s Andrew Lee was third. Real Steel Honda’s JD Beach finished fourth, with Top Pro Motorsports/Mesa37’s Stefano Mesa rounding out the top five.
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Rahal Ducati Moto (RDM) is gearing up for an exciting 2026 MotoAmerica Season. The rider lineup includes seasoned veterans PJ Jacobsen and Kayla Yaakov, alongside one of MotoAmerica’s youngest and most promising riders, Alessandro Di Mario. With new and returning sponsors fueling the team’s momentum, RDM is ready to write its next chapter.
PJ Jacobsen Steps Up to Superbike with XPEL
One of the paddock’s fiercest competitors, PJ Jacobsen, will make his return to the Superbike class with RDM and the Ducati Panigale V4 R in 2026. Armed with the support of XPEL, a global leader in protective films and coatings for automotive, marine, and architectural applications, Jacobsen is set to battle in MotoAmerica’s premier race class. “The move to Superbike will be a huge opportunity, not only for me but for the entire team,” said Jacobsen. “I’m grateful that they chose me as the rider—next year is going to be awesome! The last two years with RDM, along with the incredible backing of our sponsors, have given me the tools to fight hard in both championship seasons. I’m privileged to be a part of the program that Graham [Rahal] has put together. It’s a dream come true.”
For Rahal Ducati Moto, it marks a milestone moment: their first full-time attack on the Superbike field.“We are very excited about the 2026 season,” said Ben Spies, RDM Team Principal. “We have a strong relationship with Ducati, and we’re looking forward to the debut of their new Superbike. PJ is an incredible talent, and we’re confident he’ll bring a lot of excitement to the Superbike class.”
Kayla Yaakov Returns to Supersport with Droplight
Rahal Ducati Moto is proud to announce the new primary sponsor of Kayla Yaakov’s No. 19 Ducati Panigale V2: Droplight, a solutions-driven organization that empowers corporations, small businesses, venture capital funds, startups, and nonprofit organizations to achieve sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and enhanced market impact. “I’m incredibly excited to welcome Droplight to my 2026 season,” said Yaakov. “It means a lot to have a partner that not only supports my journey on the track but also reflects my core values. I can’t wait to showcase what we can achieve together.” With an impressive 2025 season to date, including 13 top ten placements, Yaakov will continue to advance, showcasing Droplight’s commitment to innovation and motorsports.
“At Droplight, we believe in investing in the future – not just of business, but of individuals blazing bold new paths,” said Todd Stephens, Chief Relationships Officer for Droplight. “Supporting Kayla Yaakov through the Rahal Ducati Moto team is a natural extension of our commitment to the Rahal ecosystem and to the rising stars who embody grit, growth, and greatness. Kayla represents everything we value: courage, character, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. We’re proud to be part of her journey.”
Alessandro DiMario Joins Supersport with Roller Die + Forming
New to the team in 2026, 16-year-old Alessandro Di Mario will make his full Supersport-season debut riding for Rahal Ducati Moto with the support of Roller Die + Forming, a custom roll forming and metal fabrication company with over 60 years of industry experience. Di Mario, a promising young rider and 2x Twins Cup Champion, will bring fresh energy to the program as he begins his journey at the national level.
“I am excited to develop Alessandro as a rider and see his growth in the Supersport class,” said Richie Alexander, RDM Team Manager. “His resume speaks for itself, and we couldn’t be happier to welcome him to the RDM Team.”
Looking Ahead to 2026
“I’m proud of how quickly Rahal Ducati Moto has grown and the caliber of people involved in this program,” said Graham Rahal, Team Owner. “With PJ moving into Superbike, Kayla continuing to make her mark in Supersport, and Alessandro joining us, 2026 is shaping up to be a milestone year. We’re committed to building a winning culture and competing at the highest level, and this lineup shows we’re on the right path.”
The team is proud to continue supporting Corey Alexander in his racing career within the Moto America paddock. We look forward to witnessing his continued growth and success on the track. With his dedication, skill, and commitment to excellence, Corey is well-positioned to achieve strong results.
With a talented rider roster and the continued support of world-class partners, Rahal Ducati Moto enters the 2026 MotoAmerica season with confidence. The team will contest both the Superbike and Supersport categories, further establishing its role as a growing force in American motorcycle racing.
Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Strack Racing’s Mathew Scholtz led the way ahead of Celtic/Economy Lube+Tire/Warhorse HSBK Ducati’s Cameron Petersen to take the MotoAmerica Motovation Supersport pole on Saturday at Circuit of The Americas. Strack Racing teammate Blake Davis was third. Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL’s PJ Jacobsen finished fourth, with Kayla Yaakov, also riding for Rahal Ducati Moto w/ XPEL, taking fifth.
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Precision Track Days brings you the results of this weekend’s events.
Revving Up the Track Day Experience with Precision Track Day!
Warhorse Ducati/American Racing’s Alessandro Di Mario set the pace to take the MotoAmerica Parts Unlimited Talent Cup pole at Circuit of The Americas on Saturday. Jones Honda’s Bodie Paige was second, followed by Roadracing World Young Guns rider Kensei Matsudaira in third. Yamaha BLU CRU Estenson Racing’s Sam Drane finished fourth, with MP13 Racing’s Ella Dreher completing the top five.
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Marco Bezzecchi won the MotoGP Tissot Sprint race Saturday afternoon at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli, in San Marino. Riding his Aprilia RS-GP25 on Michelin control tires, the Italian won the 13-lap race by over one second.
Alex Marquez was the runner-up on his BK8 Gresini Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP24.
Fabio Di Giannantonio placed third on his Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Ducati Desmosedici GP25.
His teammate, Franco Morbidelli got fourth.
Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Pedro Acosta finished the race fifth.
Six-time MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez was leading when he crashed his Lenovo Team Ducati Desmosedici GP25 out of the race at turn 15. His teammate, Francesco Bagnaia was 13th.
Marc Marquez leads the championship with 487 points, 173 ahead of Alex Marquez who has 314 points. Francesco Bagnaia is third with 237 points.
Classification sprint motogp
worldstanding motogp
More from a press release issued by Dorna:
Bezzecchi completes perfect Saturday as Marc Marquez crashes. A rare mistake from the #93 is capitalised on by the Italian on home turf as Alex Marquez and Di Giannantonio earn Saturday podiums.
Simply the Bez. Saturday well and truly belongs to Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia Racing at the Red Bull Grand Prix of San Marino and the Rimini Riviera after the Italian clinches his first gold medal in two years with a sublime ride on home territory. Bezzecchi and title race leader Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) engaged in battle in the Tissot Sprint, but a rare mistake saw the #93 crash as Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) and Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team) complete the medal honours list at Misano.
HOLESHOT FOR BEZ, MM93 GET A GREAT START
The run into the first corner in terms of the holeshot was a hotly contested one and hanging it around the outside through Turn 1 and into Turn 2 was Bezzecchi, as Marc Marquez got aggressive to get past Alex Marquez to earn an early P2. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP) lost one place and was P4 at the end of Lap 1, as Bezzecchi held off Marc Marquez on the opening lap.
On Lap 2, Bezzecchi and Alex Marquez traded fastest laps of the Sprint, which meant Quartararo sit 0.4s away from the latter’s rear wheel. Lap 3 passed by and it was a very good one from leader Bezzecchi, a 1:30.970 meant his advantage was up to 0.4s over Marc Marquez and Alex Marquez.
QUARTARARO AND THEN MARC MARQUEZ CRASH
Quartararo’s Sprint then came to a premature end on Lap 5 as Turn 2 bit. The Frenchman slid out of P4 to promote the Pertamina Enduro VR46 duo into P4 and P5 – Fabio Di Giannantonio leading Franco Morbidelli.
Bezzecchi’s lead then vanished on Lap 5 and on Lap 6, the #93 pounced at Turn 6 following a small error at Turn 4 from Bezzecchi that opened a door. So, what did the title chase leader have in his pocket, and what did Bezzecchi have in response?
Well, it wouldn’t be long until a potential battle between the two ended dramatically. Marc Marquez, at Turn 15, crashed out of the lead. His first big Saturday blunder of the season unfolded and despite his best efforts to dig in his elbow and pick his Ducati up, that was his Sprint over.
Now, it was Bezzecchi vs Alex Marquez for the gold medal. At the start of Lap 9, Bezzecchi led by 0.5s and in the chase for what was now the bronze medal, Di Giannantonio was just under half a second clear of teammate Morbidelli.
BEZ HOLDS ON FOR SPRINT GOLD
With three to go, Bezzecchi had stretched his lead to just under a second now and it looked like the home hero had this one covered. Di Giannantonio didn’t have P3 under control though because Morbidelli began to swarm, the latter setting his best lap of the Sprint on Lap 11.
Last lap time! Bezzecchi led by 0.8s at the beginning of it, and the Italian held his nerve to bring his RS-GP home to back up his pole position into a Sprint win, as Alex Marquez and Di Giannantonio brought their Ducatis over the line in P2 and P3.
YOUR SPRINT POINT SCORERS
Morbidelli didn’t quite have enough to get the better of his teammate in the closing stages, so it’s P4 for the Italian on Saturday. Fifth went to Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) as he and rookie Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP) came home a tenth apart, as Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol) and Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP Team) collect the final Saturday points.
COMING UP: GRAND PRIX SUNDAY
After Marc Marquez’s crash and Francesco Bagnaia’s (Ducati Lenovo Team) disappointing P13, it was a rare Saturday afternoon to forget for the factory Ducati squad. On the other hand, Aprilia will be delighted. Can they double up with victory on Sunday? The fight for Grand Prix honours looks set to be a phenomenal watch, so make sure you tune in.
