Bezzecchi claims pole position at MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix
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Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Marco Bezzecchi secured pole position for the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, edging out Marc Marquez by less than a tenth of a second. The Aprilia rider, who is still recovering from injuries sustained in a crash during July's German Grand Prix, was the only competitor to complete a lap under 1m46s during qualifying. Bezzecchi's performance underscores his determination despite his ongoing fitness challenges. The race is set to proceed later today.
- •Bezzecchi recorded a lap time under 1m46s.
- •He led qualifying at the Aragon GP on August 29.
- •Marquez finished just under a tenth of a second behind.
- •Bezzecchi continues to recover from a crash in July.
- •The race will take place later today.
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"Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi will start the Aragon Grand Prix from pole position after beating reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez (Ducati) by just under a tenth of a second in qualifying. The two title contenders will be joined on the front row of the grid by Gresini's Alex Marquez. British GP winner Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse) will head the second row of the grid from the factory Aprilia ...Keep reading
"Marc Marquez says his move on Marco Bezzecchi at the start of the Aragon Grand Prix sprint was premeditated, as he knew Turn 1 was his only chance of taking victory. The outcome of Saturday’s MotoGP contest at MotorLand was decided on the opening lap, as Marquez hit the brakes at the last possible moment to jump ahead of Bezzecchi into the opening left-hander. The move also allowed his ...Keep reading
"Marco Bezzecchi battled through pain to claim pole position for the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, beating Ducati rival Marc Marquez by just under a tenth of a second. The factory Aprilia man was the only rider to break the 1m46s barrier in qualifying, setting two laps good enough for pole position despite still lacking full fitness after a nasty crash in July’s German Grand Prix. Reigning ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportAug 30, 2026, 12:58 PMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marquez beats Acosta and Bezzecchi for crucial win
Reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez outgunned Pedro Acosta and Marco Bezzecchi to claim a commanding victory in the Aragon Grand Prix and strengthen his title challenge. Starting second on the grid, the Ducati rider passed polesitter Bezzecchi on lap 7 of 23 and then fended off a challenge from KTM rival Acosta to secure his fourth win of the season. Aprilia’s Bezzecchi had no ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 30, 2026, 12:56 PMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marc Marquez beats Pedro Acosta, Marco Bezzecchi to take crucial win
Reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez outgunned Pedro Acosta and Marco Bezzecchi to claim a commanding victory in the Aragon Grand Prix and strengthen his title challenge. Starting second on the grid, the Ducati rider passed polesitter Bezzecchi on lap 7 of 23 and then fended off a challenge from KTM rival Acosta to secure his fourth win of the season. Aprilia’s Bezzecchi had no ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 30, 2026, 6:26 AMMotoGP Aragon GP: Full starting grid
Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi will start the Aragon Grand Prix from pole position after beating reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez (Ducati) by just under a tenth of a second in qualifying. The two title contenders will be joined on the front row of the grid by Gresini's Alex Marquez. British GP winner Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse) will head the second row of the grid from the factory Aprilia ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 29, 2026, 3:52 PMMarc Marquez reveals “risky” Turn 1 plan to beat Marco Bezzecchi in Aragon GP sprint
Marc Marquez says his move on Marco Bezzecchi at the start of the Aragon Grand Prix sprint was premeditated, as he knew Turn 1 was his only chance of taking victory. The outcome of Saturday’s MotoGP contest at MotorLand was decided on the opening lap, as Marquez hit the brakes at the last possible moment to jump ahead of Bezzecchi into the opening left-hander. The move also allowed his ...Keep reading
- AutosportAug 29, 2026, 1:43 PMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marquez dominates for sprint win
Ducati’s Marc Marquez continued his unbeaten record in sprints at the Aragon Grand Prix, dominating Saturday’s half-distance race from second on the grid. While Marco Bezzecchi had appeared a stronger contender after topping both practice and qualifying, it was Marquez who shone when it counted, making a decisive move on his Aprilia rider at the start to claim the lead. He eventually ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 29, 2026, 1:41 PMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marc Marquez scores dominant sprint win, Marco Bezzecchi third
Ducati’s Marc Marquez continued his unbeaten record in sprints at the Aragon Grand Prix, dominating Saturday’s half-distance race from second on the grid. While Marco Bezzecchi had appeared a stronger contender after topping both practice and qualifying, it was Marquez who shone when it counted, making a decisive move on his Aprilia rider at the start to claim the lead. He eventually ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsAug 29, 2026, 1:41 PMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marc Marquez scores dominant sprint win, Marco Bezzecchi third
Marc Marquez strikes back to claim important victory in Aragon sprint, as polesitter Marco Bezzecchi struggles to third
- AutosportAug 29, 2026, 9:55 AMMotoGP Aragon GP: Bezzecchi beats Marquez to sensational pole
Marco Bezzecchi battled through pain to claim pole position for the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, beating Ducati rival Marc Marquez by just under a tenth of a second. The factory Aprilia man was the only rider to break the 1m46s barrier in qualifying, setting two laps good enough for pole position despite still lacking full fitness after a nasty crash in July’s German Grand Prix. Reigning ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 29, 2026, 9:54 AMMotoGP Aragon GP: Marco Bezzecchi beats Marc Marquez to sensational pole
Marco Bezzecchi battled through pain to claim pole position for the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, beating Ducati rival Marc Marquez by just under a tenth of a second. The factory Aprilia man was the only rider to break the 1m46s barrier in qualifying, setting two laps good enough for pole position despite still lacking full fitness after a nasty crash in July’s German Grand Prix. Reigning ...Keep reading
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