Marc Marquez starts from pole in MotoGP Australian GP at Phillip Island

The Australian Grand Prix will feature a slightly reduced field of 18 riders, with Marc Marquez securing pole position after a dominant qualifying session in wet conditions. He will be flanked by his brother Alex Marquez and Johann Zarco on the front row. Local rider Jack Miller makes his final appearance at Phillip Island from fourth on the grid. Aprilia is down to two riders due to injuries to Jorge Martin and Raul Fernandez, leaving Marco Bezzecchi and Ai Ogura to represent the team. The factory Honda team is absent, with both Joan Mir and Luca Marini unable to compete due to illness and injury. The race is set to occur on Sunday, October 24, 2026.

• 9:29 AMYahoo Sports — MotoGP Australian GP: Full starting grid as four riders forced out of Phillip Island race