Alex Marquez aims for pole position and sprint win at MotoGP Aragon
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 5:37 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
During practice for the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, Alex Marquez finished just 0.010 seconds behind Marco Bezzecchi, who set the fastest time. Marquez noted tire issues while expressing optimism about improving during the qualifying session. He targets both pole position and a sprint victory for Saturday's events at Motorland. The top three riders all broke the previous circuit lap record, setting the stage for a competitive qualifying session.
- •Alex Marquez finished 0.010 seconds behind Marco Bezzecchi in practice.
- •All top three riders broke the previous track record at Motorland.
- •Marquez cited tire issues affecting his performance.
- •He aims for pole position and sprint victory on Saturday.
- •Qualifying is expected to be fast due to lower morning temperatures.
- 5:37 PMYahoo Sports — Alex Marquez sets sights on MotoGP Aragon pole and sprint victory
"The Gresini Ducati rider finished 0.010s behind Marco Bezzecchi in practice and says his target for Saturday is clear: pole position and victory in the sprint
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