Marco Bezzecchi earns pole position at Qatar Grand Prix
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 7, 2026, 12:45 PM
Last updated Nov 7, 2026
Marco Bezzecchi of Aprilia secured pole position for the Qatar Grand Prix by breaking the lap record during qualifying on November 7, 2026. He edged out Marc Marquez from Ducati, who will start from the front row. Bezzecchi's teammate Jorge Martin, a key title contender, struggled in qualifying and will begin the race from 11th on the grid. The event marks a significant moment in the championship battle as riders prepare for the upcoming race.
- •Marco Bezzecchi shatters lap record in qualifying.
- •Marc Marquez qualifies second, will start on the front row.
- •Jorge Martin qualifies 11th, facing a tough challenge ahead.
- 12:45 PMMotorsport.com — MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix: Marco Bezzecchi storms to pole ahead of Marc Marquez
"Aprilia's Marco Bezzecchi laid down a marker in qualifying for the Qatar Grand Prix, shattering the lap record to win a pole duel with Ducati's Marc Marquez. Bezzecchi's team-mate Jorge Martin, who is also Marc's nearest championship challenger, had a disappointing session, however, and will only line up 11th on the grid. Read Also: MotoGPJorge Martin targets first two rows at ...Keep reading
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