The United States Grand Prix delivered a thrilling weekend of racing, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz dominating the race, while Max Verstappen extended his lead in the championship despite a strong challenge from Lando Norris. The weekend also saw a remarkable recovery by Marc Marquez in MotoGP, securing a victory in a nail-biting finish.
Six-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez delivered a stunning performance at the Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix, securing victory ahead of championship leader Jorge Martin. Martin, who started from pole position, led for much of the race, but Marquez’s relentless charge saw him claim his third win of the season. Francesco Bagnaia’s third-place finish, completing an all-Ducati podium, kept the championship race close.
Jorge Martin of Pramac Racing secured his third consecutive pole position at the Australian Grand Prix, edging out six-time MotoGP champion Marc Marquez. The thrilling qualifying session saw a tight battle for the top spots, with Martin’s impressive performance setting the stage for a captivating race on Sunday.
Fabio Di Giannantonio, the Ducati-VR46 rider, will miss the final two MotoGP races of the season to undergo surgery on his dislocated left shoulder. The injury, sustained in August, will be repaired in Italy after the Thai Grand Prix, ending his 2023 campaign. Di Giannantonio, currently 10th in the championship, will be looking to return fully fit for the 2025 season.
Francesco Bagnaia secured a dominant victory in the Japanese Grand Prix, his eighth win of the season, and closed the gap to championship leader Jorge Martin to just 10 points. The Ducati rider showcased impressive control throughout the race, keeping Martin at bay despite a late challenge from the Spaniard. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez secured a podium finish, demonstrating his resilience and skill.
India’s national karting champions were crowned at the Madras International Karting Arena, Ross Chastain secured a dramatic NASCAR win, and Jorge Martin extended his lead in the MotoGP championship.
Francesco Bagnaia emerged victorious in a thrilling sprint race at the Indonesian MotoGP, capitalizing on a first-lap crash by championship leader Jorge Martin. The win moved Bagnaia closer to the top of the standings, with the championship battle heating up.
Portuguese rider Miguel Oliveira will miss the Indonesian Grand Prix after suffering a fractured wrist in a crash during Friday’s practice session at Mandalika. The incident occurred at turn four, and Oliveira required medical attention. His team, Trackhouse Racing, confirmed the injury and the need for a CT scan to determine if surgery is required.
Francesco Bagnaia is determined to close the 24-point gap to championship leader Jorge Martin at this weekend’s Indonesian Grand Prix. The defending champion plans to employ an aggressive strategy to repeat his 2022 victory at the Mandalika International Circuit.
The MotoGP has released its provisional calendar for the 2025 season, featuring a record-breaking 22 races across 18 countries and five continents. The schedule includes a new event in Hungary, a move to Thailand for the season opener, and the return of Brno in Czechia and MotorLand Aragon in Spain.
