Jorge Martin claims pole position at MotoGP British Grand Prix
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Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Jorge Martin secured pole position for the MotoGP British Grand Prix at Silverstone, achieving a lap time that edged out Raul Fernandez by just 0.021 seconds. Martin's performance came as he made a final-lap push, supplanting Fernandez, who earlier broke Marco Bezzecchi’s circuit record. The qualifying session showcased a competitive atmosphere, highlighting the skills of both riders on the challenging Silverstone track.
- •Jorge Martin finished qualifying with the fastest lap time.
- •Raul Fernandez narrowly missed pole position in his debut attempt.
- •Marco Bezzecchi's previous record was broken during the session.
- •Qualifying took place on August 8, 2026, at Silverstone.
- 11:54 AMAutosport — MotoGP British GP: Martin on pole with Marquez only sixth
- 11:51 AMMotorsport.com — MotoGP British GP: Jorge Martin leads Aprilia front-row lockout in qualifying
"MotoGP points leader Jorge Martin beat Raul Fernandez by 0.021s in a last-lap effort to claim pole position for the British Grand Prix. Trackhouse rider Fernandez appeared to have done enough to top qualifying for the first time in his MotoGP career, having lowered Marco Bezzecchi’s circuit record at Silverstone on his final run. But factory Aprilia rider Martin had little more left in the ...Keep reading
"MotoGP points leader Jorge Martin beat Raul Fernandez by 0.021s in a last-lap effort to claim pole position for the British Grand Prix. Trackhouse rider Fernandez appeared to have done enough to top qualifying for the first time in his MotoGP career, having lowered Marco Bezzecchi’s circuit record at Silverstone on his final run. But factory Aprilia rider Martin had little more left in the ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportAug 8, 2026, 11:54 AMMotoGP British GP: Martin on pole with Marquez only sixth
MotoGP points leader Jorge Martin beat Raul Fernandez by 0.021s in a last-lap effort to claim pole position for the British Grand Prix. Trackhouse rider Fernandez appeared to have done enough to top qualifying for the first time in his MotoGP career, having lowered Marco Bezzecchi’s circuit record at Silverstone on his final run. But factory Aprilia rider Martin had little more left in the ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 8, 2026, 11:51 AMMotoGP British GP: Jorge Martin leads Aprilia front-row lockout in qualifying
MotoGP points leader Jorge Martin beat Raul Fernandez by 0.021s in a last-lap effort to claim pole position for the British Grand Prix. Trackhouse rider Fernandez appeared to have done enough to top qualifying for the first time in his MotoGP career, having lowered Marco Bezzecchi’s circuit record at Silverstone on his final run. But factory Aprilia rider Martin had little more left in the ...Keep reading
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