The Dutch Grand Prix proved crucial for MotoGP as Francesco Bagnaia closed the gap to championship leader Jorge Martin. Bagnaia claimed his first pole position of the season with a new lap record, followed by winning Saturday’s sprint and Sunday’s race, marking his third consecutive victory at Assen. Martin, despite finishing second, gained 20 crucial points, but Bagnaia’s strong performance narrowed the gap to 10 points. Enea Bastianini secured a Ducati double podium finish with his third-place finish, recovering from a P10 grid position and overtaking Marc Marquez in the final stages. Marquez, who finished fourth, was penalized for a tyre pressure violation, dropping him to 10th.
In Formula 1, George Russell emerged victorious at the Austrian Grand Prix, securing his second career win since 2022. Russell took the lead after a collision between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in the closing laps, finishing ahead of Oscar Piastri. This victory marked the fifth different race winner this season, highlighting the unpredictability of the championship. Despite Verstappen’s loss, he still maintains a comfortable lead in the standings.
NASCAR witnessed a dramatic race in Nashville, with Joey Logano ending his winless streak since March 2023. The race was extended by 31 laps due to yellow flags, a rain delay, and five overtimes. Logano, leading for only nine laps, persevered through fuel issues to hold off Tyler Reddick and secure his 33rd career NASCAR Cup Series victory.
Beyond the top series, Formula 2 and Formula 3 also saw compelling action. Gabriel Bortoleto secured his first F2 victory in Spielberg, while Oliver Bearman claimed his first win of the season in the Sprint race. In Formula 3, Luke Browning took his second victory in Spielberg, extending his lead in the Drivers’ Championship.
The weekend’s racing action provided a glimpse into the fierce competition and unpredictable nature of motorsports, with several drivers securing memorable victories and championship contenders making their mark.
