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(00:00:00) Marc Comes up Big - The Title Race is On!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek Podcast
(00:00:17) Setting the Stage for Aragon
(00:03:15) Qualifying Showdown: Ducati vs Aprilia
(00:07:10) Sprint Race Strategy and Results
(00:22:02) Sunday's Main Event: Marquez vs Bizzocchi
(00:31:36) Other Notable Riders' Performances
(00:40:38) Championship Implications and Closing Thoughts
(00:41:54) MotoGP Championship Shakeup
(00:42:58) The Contenders and Challengers
(00:44:59) Aragon GP Reflections

Marc Marquez needed a good weekend - he got a good weekend. I break down all of the action in Aragon, including the ongoing Aprilia-Ducati battle, discuss the Championship picture, and give my take...

(00:00:00) Can Marc Make a Comeback? Aragon Preview!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek
(00:00:11) Host's Health and Upcoming Topics
(00:00:53) Trackhouse and Tech3's Rider Announcements
(00:04:40) Aragon Circuit Overview
(00:08:47) Favorites: Martin, Marquez, and Acosta
(00:16:59) Watch List: Bizzocchi, Alex Marquez, and Fernandez
(00:24:50) Riders Under Pressure: Dalla Porta, Bagnaia, and Bastianini
(00:30:41) Predictions for Sprint and Race
(00:34:47) Closing Remarks and Future Episodes
(00:35:36) Subscribe and Follow MotoWeek

Aprilia dominated Silverstone, now MotoGP heads to one of Marc Marquez's best tracks. Will Marc take the fight back to Aprilia at Aragon? I preview the AragonGP, and make picks...

(00:00:00) Martin Makes His Move - Should Marc be Worried? Silverstone Recap!
(00:00:01) Welcome to the MotorWeek Podcast
(00:00:30) Unexpected Hiatus and Upcoming Topics
(00:02:47) Raoul Fernández Signs with Aprilia
(00:06:39) Maverick Viñales' Absence and KTM Drama
(00:12:39) Saturday's Sprint Race at Silverstone
(00:25:33) Sunday's MotoGP Race at Silverstone
(00:35:29) Rider Performance Analysis
(00:36:33) Pedro Acosta's Dominance on KTMs
(00:38:06) Marquez's Struggles at Silverstone
(00:40:30) Luca Marini's Impending Move

The second half of the MotoGP season starts with surprises, as Aprilia take control of the BritishGP and the Championship. I recap all of the action in Silverstone, br...

(00:00:00) The MotoGP Title Race Heats Up in Germany - Can Anyone Stop Marc?
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Podcast
(00:00:48) Marco Bezzecchi's Misfortune
(00:08:37) Sprint Race Dominance by Marquez Brothers
(00:14:32) Ogura's Impressive Performance
(00:16:38) Martin's Struggles and Championship Implications
(00:21:18) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Marquez's Triumph
(00:28:10) Ogura's Career Trajectory and Trackhouse's Success
(00:35:35) KTM's Rider Lineup Concerns
(00:43:45) Championship Standings After Germany
(00:43:52) A Tight Race for the Top Spot

Marc Marquez has officially entered the MotoGP Championship battle, and Trackhouse has followed him through the door. I recap a wild weekend of Sachsenring surprises, review the wide-open...

(00:00:00) Can Marc Build Momentum Into the Summer Break? Sachsenring Preview!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek
(00:00:11) Setting the Stage for Saxon Ring
(00:01:08) The Silly Season Unfolds
(00:03:33) Saxon Ring: A Crucial Race
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(00:06:45) The Saxon Ring Track Overview
(00:10:57) Favorites: Martin, Bagnaia, and Marquez
(00:18:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch
(00:25:37) Riders on the Hot Seat
(00:32:53) Picks for the Weekend

Aprilia is trying to regain consistency, multple riders are closing in on the championship lead - and everyone is hoping to hold off Marc Marquez at one of his best tracks. Could Sachsenring be...

Trackhouse has their best weekend ever - dominating a wild round that had major implications in the Title race. I recap all of the MotoGP action from Assen, break down the Championship race, and give my take on the DutchGP. Or DutchTT. Your choice. 

The Rundown:

- Qualifying - Aprilia lets Ducati know they mean business
- The Sprint Race: Factory Aprilia gets off to a good start - then Trackhouse comes roaring through
- Diggia breaks up the podium for Ducati
- The Factory Ducati riders lag behind
- M...

The MotoGP Team-Sport-Manufaturer contract has been signed, and it is officially Silly Season time! I discuss high-profile signings of Marquez, Acosta, and Bagnaia, then preview the DutchTT in Assen!

The Rundown:

- The MotoGP-not-a-Concorde-Agreement has been signed - time for Silly Season to start
- Marc Marquez - two more years at Ducati - can he add to his legend?
- Pedro Acosta - Ducati scores the biggest prize of Silly Season
- Pecco Bagnaia - extra-long deal makes Aprilia...the VR46 Factory Team?
- A spec Moto3 Class? Yamaha...

(00:00:00) Bezz' Brno Blunder, Marc is on the Move!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Post-Race Show
(00:00:22) Setting the Stage for Czech GP Analysis
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(00:01:51) Rule Changes and Race Weekend Preview
(00:04:34) Qualifying and Sprint Race Highlights
(00:06:25) Marco Bezzecchi's Controversial Incident
(00:13:16) The Importance of Race Suspension
(00:21:36) Saturday's Sprint Race Recap
(00:31:27) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Ducati Dominance
(00:31:45) Iker Lecuona's Impressive Debut

Just as Marc Marquez is going back into domination-mode, Aprilia competely falls apart -and Marco Bezzecchi...who know what he was thinking. I recap all of the MotoGP surprises...

(00:00:00) Brno, and the Shifting Silly Season Market - CzechGP Preview!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek
(00:00:17) The Shifting Landscape of MotoGP Silly Season
(00:03:20) The Importance of Brno Circuit
(00:06:47) Favorites: The Top Contenders
(00:14:16) Watch List: Riders on the Rise
(00:21:36) Riders on the Hot Seat
(00:31:08) The Case for Diogo Moreira
(00:38:26) Predictions for Brno GP
(00:38:29) The Challenges of Predicting MotoGP Outcomes
(00:39:19) Sprint Race Predictions

What happens when teams get time to think about Silly Season? They start to change their minds. I talk about who is desperately looking for a ride, and why Brno...

(00:00:00) Aprilia Meltdown, Marc Magic: A Wild HungarianGP!
(00:00:01) Welcome to the MotorWeek Podcast
(00:00:07) Marquez's Impressive Comeback
(00:02:42) Qualifying and Sprint Race Overview
(00:06:53) Analyzing Marquez's Performance
(00:10:30) Other Notable Riders' Performances
(00:18:17) Sunday's MotoGP Race
(00:19:05) The Turn One Crash
(00:25:07) Marquez vs. Acosta Battle
(00:31:47) Post-Race Analysis and Championship Standings
(00:32:13) Pedro Acosta's Impressive Performance

Aprilia completely implodes, while Marquez...only adds to the Marc mystique. I recap all of the MotoGP action - and craziness - at Balaton Park, and talk about how it affects the MotoGP Championship! 

The Rundown:

(00:00:00) When Will The Title Race Heat Up? HungarianGP Preview!
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek
(00:00:17) The Unexciting Championship Battle
(00:02:45) Previewing the Hungarian GP
(00:03:11) Support and Social Media
(00:03:54) Tech3's Rider Strategy for 2027
(00:06:14) Balaton Park Circuit Overview
(00:09:08) Favorites: The Top Contenders
(00:14:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch
(00:20:12) Hot Seat: Riders Under Pressure
(00:25:48) Predictions for the Hungarian GP

The top riders in the standings are separated by just 17 points - but is it really that exciting? I discuss whether the drama will spike this weekend as I preview the HungarianGP at Balaton Park!
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(00:00:00) Aprilia Makes a Mugello Statement! ItalianGP Recap.
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Podcast
(00:00:07) Aprilia's Dominant Performance at Mugello
(00:02:18) Qualifying and Sprint Race Highlights
(00:16:37) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Bezzecchi's Victory
(00:33:11) Championship Standings and Race Analysis
(00:37:28) Closing Thoughts on Mugello and Future Episodes
(00:40:08) Subscription and Support Information

Aprilia goes directly into Ducati territory, and steals their crown. I recap the MotoGP action from Mugello, including an impressive home-circuit victory. Plus - the Championship stays close, and I give you my take on the ItalianGP!

The Rundown:

- Mugello! My recap...

(00:00:00) Marc is back in Mugello. But is he...BACK? ItalianGP Preview!
(00:00:01) Welcome to Motoweek
(00:00:17) Marquez's Return to Racing
(00:04:16) Mugello Circuit Overview
(00:08:09) Favorites: The Championship Contenders
(00:15:00) Watch List: Riders to Watch
(00:22:33) Hot Seat: Riders Under Pressure
(00:29:00) Predictions for Mugello
(00:32:54) Closing Remarks

Marc Marquez is making his return to action in Mugello - but how competitive will he be? And will the Italian riders step up to the challenge in the ItalianGP to make this weekend a free-for-all for the podium? I preview what I'm optimistic will be an exciting round!
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The racing was actually exciting in Catalunya - but a pair of REALLY scary wrecks brought rider safety into the spotlight. I talk about both incidents, and where improvements need to be made, along with my recap of an eventful CatalanGP and the impact on the MotoGP Championship!

The Rundown:

- Qualifying: the surprises start early as Aprilia struggles
- The Sprint: A thrilling battle - just not between the riders you expected
- Both Factory Aprilia riders waste an opportunity
- The MotoGP Race - well...THAT just happened.
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(00:00:00) Bezz and The Martinator: the Rematch! Catalunya Preview
(00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek
(00:00:18) Championship Battle Heats Up
(00:02:46) KTM's New Rider Announcement
(00:08:09) Ducati's Surprising Strength in the Face of Losses
(00:13:19) David de Brivio's Potential Move to HRC
(00:15:44) Catalunya Circuit Overview
(00:18:47) Favorites in the Race
(00:24:05) Riders to Watch
(00:30:11) Riders on the Hot Seat
(00:35:03) Predictions and Closing Remarks

Aprilia teammates Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin are separated by ONE point for the championship lead - will the home fans propel Martin to the top spot in Catalunya? Or will Ducati upstage them both...

(00:00:00) Marquez is Out, Aprilia is Definitely IN at LeMans
(00:00:01) Welcome to the Motoweek Podcast
(00:00:07) Marquez's Misfortune and Martin's Rise
(00:00:19) A Wild Weekend at Le Mans
(00:02:18) Qualifying Drama and Ducati's Front Row Lockout
(00:04:39) Martin's Dominant Sprint Race Victory
(00:05:54) Marquez's Shocking High-Side Crash
(00:08:56) The Impact on Marquez's Championship Chances
(00:13:28) Saturday's Sprint Race Highlights
(00:21:29) The MotoGP Race: A Thrilling Battle Unfolds
(00:38:27) The MotoGP Championship Picture after LeMans
(00:40:47) My take on the FrenchGP

It's disaster for Ducati and Marc Marquez, while Aprilia ups the intensity on the track - and in...

Ducati led the way in Jerez - are we set for an epic showdown with Aprilia at LeMans? I preview the FrenchGP, and talk about MotoGPs version of Throwback Thursday - with both Andrea Iannone and Jonas Folger making a return trip to the paddock. 

The Rundown:

- Andrea Iannone. On a Harley. At the Mugello MotoGP round. No, really...
- MotoGP News: Jonas Folger returns to the grid as a substitute rider
- The FrenchGP - my preview of Round 5 of the MotoGP World Championship
- The Track - a l...

Well THAT was interesting! From a tear-off malfunction, to overheating brakes, to rain, to...wrecking and still winning the race - the SpanishGP was full of wild surprises. I discuss all of the MotoGP action from Jerez, including Ducati's response to Aprilia dominance, on the post-race show!

The Rundown:

- Jerez! Amazing fans and wild plot twists highlight an exciting SpanishGP
- Qualifying - youngster Acosta and veteran Zarco tame the challenging conditions
- Aprilia fails to make the front row
- Sprint Race - what on Earth happened? A LOT. 

After an unexpected break, MotoGP is back in action at Jerez! With Ducati claiming Marc Marquez is healthy, and Aprilia teammates Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin both in winning form, we could be in for an amazing weekend of racing.

The Rundown:

- MotoGP News: Maverick Vinales sits out another round
- Jerez! My preview of Round 4 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship
- The Favorites: Ducati says Marc is 100%. Are they right?
- The Watch List - Two young riders trying to establish a championship foothold, and one trying to get...

(00:00:00) Ogura Makes a Bold Move, and Why it Isn't Official Yet
(00:00:01) Welcome to Motoweek
(00:02:01) The Delayed Announcing Silly Season Moves
(00:06:29) Support and Social Media Links
(00:07:09) Aleix Espargaro Injury Update
(00:07:53) Ai Ogura's Surprising Move to Yamaha
(00:16:42) Ducati's Young Talent Hunt with Daniel Holgado
(00:23:36) Nicolò Bulega's World Superbike to MotoGP Journey
(00:29:20) Riders' Concerns and Opinions
(00:29:29) Fabio Quartararo's Yamaha Frustration
(00:32:27) Pedro Acosta Talks Schedule Length, 850cc rules, Tire Pressures

More Silly Season suprises, but no official announcements. I talk about why there is a holdup, whether Ai Ogura going to Yamaha i...

Marco Bezzecchi comes up with more Sunday magic - to go with Saturday struggles. And a wild weekend of action and drama in COTA brings another serious title challenger. I recap the MotoGP action from Texas!

The Rundown:

- MotoGP News: Maverick Vinales out with injury - what's next?
- Austin: My recap of the AmericasGP at COTA
- Qualifying: A messy Q2 results in penalties and too much traffic as everyone looks for a slipstream
- Sprint race: Now we've got some action! A tire gamble leads to an epic...

COTA is a Marc Marquez track...or is it? I discuss why the answer is both yes, and no - and whether that could lead to an epic Ducati-Aprilia MotoGP shootout - as part of our preview of the AmericasGP!

The Rundown:

- COTA! My preview of Round 3 of the MotoGP season - the AmericasGP
- The Track - is this a Marc Marquez track? Yes. And no. But also yes.
- The Favorites - each has a weakness - which could put Ducati and Aprilia on level footing
- The...

New track - new challenges. It's just that not many people were thinking "sinkhole" would be one of those challenges. The BrazilianGP offered some unexpected plot twists, but also confirmed that Aprilia is ready to fight for a championship with Ducati. I recap all of the MotoGP action in Brazil on the post-race show!

The Rundown:

- The BrazilianGP! My recap of Round 2 of the 2026 World Championship:
- Qualifying - Yamaha tries to fool us, while the biggest players of the weekend come out of Q1
- The Sprint: Once it actually...

The track, the weather, and the Aprilia - Ducati power struggle: the BrazilianGP raises a lot of questions as MotoGP takes on the Aryton Senna circuit. I preview Round 2 of the 2026 season, and make picks for the race!

The Rundown:

- MotoGP News:
- QatarGP moved, along with Portimao and Valencia
- Brazil: My preview of Round 2 of the 2026 World Championship - the BrazilianGP!
- The Track: The Aryton Senna circuit presents some concerns for passing. As well as what happens when it rains
- The Favorites: can Acosta keep...

The 2026 MotoGP season got started with action, drama, controversy, and...a tire that tried to run away from Marc Marquez. More importantly - Aprilia took the fight to Ducati, and Pedro Acosta took the fight to everyone in the start of what might be a wild MotoGP Championship. I recap the ThaiGP!

The Rundown:

- The ThaiGP! Round 1 Recap:
- Qualifying - Raul Fernandez shines, Pecco Bagnaia struggles
- Sprint: controversy shadows an absolute thriller of a race
- The 'Indicent" - should it have even been a penalty?
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The 2026 MotoGP season is here! Will Ducati and the Marquez brothers stay on top of the series, or can Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia challenge them for the crown? I preview the season-opening ThailandGP, and then make picks for the race - and for the 2026 season!

The Rundown:

- It is time to go racing! ThailandGP Preview:
- The Track: Exciting finshes, great fans
- The Favorites: The Marquez brothers are back - but so is Bezz
- The Watch List: Is Pecco set for a comeback?
- The Hot Seat...

Do preseason testing results make a difference? Kind of. I talk about the riders' opinions of their own chances heading into the 2026 MotoGP season, then rank the manufacturers. Plus - we discuss minimum rider salaries.

The Rundown:

- MotoGP News:
- Minimum Salaries - the riders deserve it
- Preseason Testing:
- Results from Thailand and Buriram
- Ducati and Aprilia - set for a showdown?
- KTM is in transition, but Acosta still has something to race for
- Honda hits a plateau - how long will...

Marco Bezzecchi is staying put. Marc Marquez will, too. After that - nearly everone else is on the move in what promises to be a crazy Silly Season. But do riders know what they are getting into for 2027? I analyze all the rumors, and talk about who is headed to the right place to start the 850cc MotoGP era.

The Rundown:

- Silly Season - this time, it will truly be silly!
- Into the unknown: 2027 brings opportunity, but also uncertainty about which bikes will be best
- Confirmed: Marco Bezzecchi is...

And...we're back! With a LOT to talk about. I'm kicking off a four-part season preview by talking about the shocking news that Phillip Island is off the schedule in 2027: why, along with the positives and negatives. Plus - Liberty is already making changes - I break them down. 

And check back tomorrow for (hopefully) a discussion of all the Silly Season rumors and confirmed signings! 

The Rundown:

- Wait...I can't change the show to the Motoweek Sports Entertainment Guy? MSEG is now taken.
- Dorna Sports - New name, si...

Valencia opened with Ducati, but ended overwhelmingly with Aprilia - is 2026 set for a showdown between the Italian manufacturers? I break down the ValenciaGP action, talk about what it means for the balance of power in MotoGP, and recap the Championship! 

The Rundown:

- Qualifying - Bezz sets the pace, Pecco continues his slide, but the gap at the top shows how close the best manufacturers really are
- The Sprint - The media said Bezz would win, Gresini's team manager said Acosta would win, but neither got it quite right
- T...

Portugal gives us a thrilling sprint, and three manufacturers battling at the front! I break down the MotoGP action from Portimao, and preview what could be an unpredictable season finale in the ValenciaGP!

The Rundown:

- Portugal Sprint: Alex Marquez outduels Pedro Acosta in a classic
- Portugal MotoGP Race: Aprilia ups the ante with Bezz
- The Championship Picture: Bezz is a step away from P3, and Pecco is still in free-fall
- ValenciaGP! My full preview of the MotoGP Season finale!
- The Track - technical, and always...

Pecco’s still unpredictable, Alex Marquez is flying high, and MotoGP heads to Portugal...where the track goes up, down, sideways, and occasionally airborne. I preview the PortugueseGP, discuss the terrifying Moto3 crash, and make picks for Portimão!

The Rundown:

- Where was I after Sepang?!?
- Moto3 Wreck in Malaysia - what can be done to prevent something similar in the future?
- Algarve! I preview the PortugueseGP
- The Favorites - Can Alex keep it up? And which Pecco will we get?
- The Watch List - One...

Aprilia took the fight directly to Ducati - and won - in Australia. But Sepang is much friendlier to the Desmos. Will Aprilia's run continue? I preview the MalaysianGP!

The Rundown:

- Sepang! Preview of the MalaysianGP
- The Track - does it favor Ducati enough to overcome their Australian struggles?
- The Favorites - Bezz sets his sights on a double-win
- The Watch List - A trio of Phillip Island upstarts get another chance to impress
- The Hot Seat - including the rider on the grid with...

Aprilia is amazing at Phillip Island, and we get another surprise winner! I recap all of the action, smoke, birds, and unexpected twists of the AustralianGP, along with the big mover in the MotoGP Championship!

The Rundown:

- Honda blows two engines in two days
- Yamaha domninates the front row in qualifying?
- Everyone is coasting around in qualifying - get on with it!
- Sprint Race: Aprilia fights it out at the front, while the real action is for third
- MotoGP Race: A surprise winner that hits...

Marc Marquez is out, Marco Bezzecchi has a big penalty - the door is open for some major excitement at Phillip Island! I discuss Marc's surgery and Diogo Moreira joining the MotoGP grid - then preview the AustralianGP.

The Rundown:

- MotoGP News:
- Marc Marquez has shoulder surgery - out for the rest of the season?
- Diogo Moreira is coming to LCR Honda
- Marco Bezzecchi gets a last-minute penalty
- Australia! I preview Round 19 of the MotoGP Championship
- The Track - why Phillip Island is...

Even the part that went as expected in Mandalika...didn't go as expected! I recap all the MotoGP action, excitement, and plot twists in a thrilling IndonesianGP!

The Rundown:

- Qualifying - Aprilia steals Ducati's thunder
- What happened to the Factory Ducatis? Did Motegi make them lazy?
- The Sprint - a mistake leads to a thrilling last-lap comeback
- A podium with a surprise...and an even bigger surprise
- The MotoGP race - a crazy first lap leads to all kinds of mayhem
- What happens...

Marc Marquez has the MotoGP Championship wrapped up, while Pecco Bagnaia dominated last week in Motegi - are they on a collision course heading into Mandalika? I preview the IndonesianGP, and make picks for the race!

The Rundown:

- The IndonesianGP! I preview Round 18 of the MotoGP Championship
- The Track - all about the atmosphere
- The Favorites - will we finally get the Marc-Pecco battle we've been waiting for?
- The Watch List - can Honda continue to impress?
- The Hot Seat - Alex needs to pick...

You know you're having a good day when you win with a blown motor! I recap all of the action from the JapaneseGP - including Pecco Bagnaia's return to the front, Honda stepping up on home turf, that Ducati engine that just won't quit - and the biggest Championship story of the MotoGP era!

The Rundown:

- Qualifying - Pecco throws down the gauntlet with a record lap
- Sprint Race - is that...the old Bagnaia? 
- Factory Aprilia wipeout
- MotoGP Race - How did that engine make it t...

Marc Marquez has his first chance to lock up the 2025 MotoGP title this weekend in Motegi - can he do it? I preview the Japanese GP, and make picks for the race!

The Rundown:

- Motegi! My preview of Round 17 of the MotoGP Championship - the JapaneseGP
- The Track - hard braking, chances to pass
- The Favorites - this could be the big weekend for Marc?
- The Watch List - Pecco and Pedro are headed in opposite directions
- The Hot Seat - looking for a Honda...