Marc Marquez urges changes to Assen gravel traps after Dutch GP incidents
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 6:25 AM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Marc Marquez is advocating for modifications to the gravel traps at TT Circuit Assen after multiple crashes during the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix. The recent event, marked by several serious incidents, saw notable rider Fermin Aldeguer sidelined for the remainder of the summer. This push for safety comes amidst what was described as one of the most thrilling rounds of the 2026 season. The events at Assen have prompted discussions about track safety standards moving forward.
- •Marquez calls for gravel trap changes at Assen
- •Fermin Aldeguer ruled out for the summer
- •Recent GP noted for significant incidents
- •Accidents highlight safety concerns at MotoGP events
- •TT Circuit Assen faces scrutiny for track design
- 6:25 AMMotorsport.com — Marc Marquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after Dutch GP crashes
- 6:25 AMYahoo Sports — Marc Marquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after Dutch GP crashes
- 6:25 AMAutosport — Marquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after slew of Dutch GP crashes
"Marc Marquez is pushing for changes to the gravel traps at TT Circuit Assen following several frightening crashes during the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix. While the Netherlands delivered one of the most action-packed rounds of the 2026 MotoGP season, the weekend was also beset by several high-profile incidents. Most notably, Fermin Aldeguer was ruled out of racing for the rest of the summer ...Keep reading
"Marc Marquez is pushing for changes to the gravel traps at TT Circuit Assen following several frightening crashes during the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix. While the Netherlands delivered one of the most action-packed rounds of the 2026 MotoGP season, the weekend was also beset by several high-profile incidents. Most notably, Fermin Aldeguer was ruled out of racing for the rest of the summer ...Keep reading
"Crashes for Marco Bezzecchi, Fermin Aldeguer and Alex Marquez trigger calls for safety improvements at Assen
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 29, 2026, 6:25 AMMarc Marquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after Dutch GP crashes
Marc Marquez is pushing for changes to the gravel traps at TT Circuit Assen following several frightening crashes during the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix. While the Netherlands delivered one of the most action-packed rounds of the 2026 MotoGP season, the weekend was also beset by several high-profile incidents. Most notably, Fermin Aldeguer was ruled out of racing for the rest of the summer ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 6:25 AMMarc Marquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after Dutch GP crashes
Crashes for Marco Bezzecchi, Fermin Aldeguer and Alex Marquez trigger calls for safety improvements at Assen
- AutosportJun 29, 2026, 6:25 AMMarquez leads calls for Assen gravel trap changes after slew of Dutch GP crashes
Marc Marquez is pushing for changes to the gravel traps at TT Circuit Assen following several frightening crashes during the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix. While the Netherlands delivered one of the most action-packed rounds of the 2026 MotoGP season, the weekend was also beset by several high-profile incidents. Most notably, Fermin Aldeguer was ruled out of racing for the rest of the summer ...Keep reading
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