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Observer
2 days ago
- Sport
- Observer
Marc Marquez cruises to Czech MotoGP win
Marc Marquez won the Czech MotoGP on Sunday for his eighth victory in 12 races this season and fifth in a row, extending his commanding lead in the world championship. The factory Ducati rider beat Marco Bezzecchi on an Aprilia by almost two seconds, while Pedro Acosta on a KTM came in third in his first race podium finish of the season. Marquez had a fifth straight perfect weekend, winning both the sprint on Saturday and Sunday's race. The 32-year-old Spaniard now leads the world championship with 381 points, 120 ahead of his younger brother Alex who crashed, and 168 ahead of Ducati teammate Francesco Bagnaia. Bagnaia started from pole on a sunny Sunday at Brno but only retained the lead until the second lap when Bezzecchi eased past him, with Marquez following suit soon afterwards. Acosta did the same to settle down in third after getting a boost from a third-place finish in Saturday's sprint. Marquez glided past Bezzecchi in lap eight as the runaway trio kept building up their lead, and as so often this season kept widening the gap comfortably. The three stayed put until the finish line, although fourth-placed Bagnaia gave Acosta a hard time pressing from behind. Reigning world champion Jorge Martin collected his first points after finishing seventh in the first race he has completed this year. Martin sat out the first three races following two pre-season crashes, and when he returned at Qatar in April, he crashed heavily again during the race and missed the next seven. Alex Marquez retired after crashing in lap two to leave Brno without a point following a disappointing 17th spot in the sprint race. He took out Joan Mir who also walked away from the gravel safety area, just like Enea Bastianini a lap later. The MotoGP circus will now take a summer break and resume with the Austrian GP on August 15-17. — AFP
Hans India
2 days ago
- Sport
- Hans India
MotoGP: Marquez creates Ducati history with fifth consecutive win at Brno
Brno (Czech Republic): Marc Marquez claimed his fifth consecutive victory with a dominant performance at the Grand Prix of Czechia, becoming the first Ducati rider to achieve such a feat. Despite the final winning margin of 1.7 seconds, the race was far from easy in its early stages. Francesco Bagnaia got the best start and took the holeshot, but Marc Marquez quickly responded. The pair swapped positions multiple times in the opening corners, with Marco Bezzecchi also inserting himself into the mix and eventually taking the lead. However, Bagnaia ran wide shortly after, allowing Bezzecchi and Marquez to pass, as per MotoGP. Drama unfolded as Alex Marquez attempted a risky move on Joan Mir, resulting in a crash for both riders and an early end to their race. This incident dealt a significant blow to Alex Marquez's title hopes. Further back, Pedro Acosta began his climb up the order, passing Bagnaia to join the lead battle. Enea Bastianini looked strong early on but crashed out while chasing down Acosta, ending what had been his best weekend so far. The decisive moment came on Lap 8 when Marquez overtook Bezzecchi for the lead. He gradually built a gap over the following laps, delivering a series of fastest laps that left his rivals unable to respond. Bezzecchi pushed hard but couldn't match Marquez's pace. In the closing laps, Bagnaia closed in on Acosta in the fight for the final podium spot. Despite his late charge, he couldn't find a way past, leaving Acosta to celebrate his first Sunday podium of the season. Bezzecchi secured a solid second place, with Bagnaia finishing fourth. Raul Fernandez, Fabio Quartararo, and Jorge Martin rounded out the top seven. Marquez now heads into the summer break with a commanding 120-point lead in the championship. Brno delivered thrilling action, a passionate crowd, and a historic win for Marquez.
NDTV
2 days ago
- Sport
- NDTV
Marc Marquez Cruises To Czech MotoGP Win
Marc Marquez won the Czech MotoGP on Sunday for his eighth victory in 12 races this season and fifth in a row, extending his commanding lead in the world championship. The factory Ducati rider beat Marco Bezzecchi on an Aprilia by almost two seconds, while Pedro Acosta on a KTM came in third in his first race podium finish of the season. Marquez had a fifth straight perfect weekend, winning both the sprint on Saturday and Sunday's race. The 32-year-old Spaniard now leads the world championship with 381 points, 120 ahead of his younger brother Alex who crashed, and 168 ahead of Ducati teammate Francesco Bagnaia. Bagnaia started from pole on a sunny Sunday at Brno but only retained the lead until the second lap when Bezzecchi eased past him, with Marquez following suit soon afterwards. Acosta did the same to settle down in third after getting a boost from a third-place finish in Saturday's sprint. Marquez glided past Bezzecchi in lap eight as the runaway trio kept building up their lead, and as so often this season kept widening the gap comfortably. The three stayed put until the finish line, although fourth-placed Bagnaia gave Acosta a hard time pressing from behind. Reigning world champion Jorge Martin collected his first points after finishing seventh in the first race he has completed this year. Martin sat out the first three races following two pre-season crashes, and when he returned at Qatar in April, he crashed heavily again during the race and missed the next seven. Alex Marquez retired after crashing in lap two to leave Brno without a point following a disappointing 17th spot in the sprint race. He took out Joan Mir who also walked away from the gravel safety area, just like Enea Bastianini a lap later. The MotoGP circus will now take a summer break and resume with the Austrian GP on August 15-17.
Newsweek
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Newsweek
How to Watch Grand Prix Ceské republiky: Live Stream MotoGP, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Czech Republic Motorcycle Grand Prix returns Sunday at the historic Brno Circuit. Located in Brno, this FIA Grade 2 track has a rich history, first hosting races on public roads in 1930 before transitioning to the current permanent circuit in 1987. Over the decades, the venue has seen numerous upgrades, making it a staple in international motorsport. Brad Binder of South Africa riding a Red Bull KTM Factory Racing during the MotoGP of Germany race at Sachsenring Circuit on July 13, 2025 in Hohenstein-Ernstthal, Germany. Brad Binder of South Africa riding a Red Bull KTM Factory Racing during the MotoGP of Germany race at Sachsenring Circuit on July 13, 2025 in Hohenstein-Ernstthal, Germany. Photo by Gold &How to Watch Grand Prix Ceské republiky Date: Sunday, July 20, 2025 Time: 7:30 AM EDT Channel: FOX Sports 2 Location: Brno Circuit Stream: Fubo (Try for free) Sunday's race will be the first for MotoGP at this track since 2020, when KTM driver Brad Binder won. MotoGP points leader Marc Márquez must be excited to see this track back on the schedule, as Marquez has three MotoGP wins here, as well as a Moto2 win. This will be a big chance for him to build on his points lead over second-place Álex Márquez, his brother. But at the start of Sunday's race, both will be chasing after the polesitter, Francesco Bagnaia. Third overall in MotoGP points, Bagnaia will lead the field to the start of Sunday's event. This is Bagnaia's first pole of the season. He has one victory, taking the win in the Motorcycle Grand Prix of the Americas. Marc Márquez is on a hot streak entering the weekend, having won four consecutive events and seven overall this season. He currently has 344 points at the top of the standings, while his brother has 261 in second. Bagnaia is at 197 points. Fabio Di Giannantonio and Franco Morbidelli round out the top five in points. Live stream the Grand Prix Ceské republiky on Fubo: Start your free trial now! Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Dubai Eye
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Dubai Eye
Bagnaia storms to first pole of season at Czech MotoGP
Twice MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia claimed his first pole position of the season at the Czech Republic motorcycle Grand Prix on Saturday, edging out Ducati teammate Marc Marquez, who crashed on his final qualifying lap. Bagnaia crossed the line with the fastest time of one minute and 52.303 seconds in mostly sunny conditions in Brno, with Marquez qualifying second and Yamaha's Fabio Quartararo completing the front row. Marquez was chasing an eighth pole of the season but slid into the gravel in the final minutes of second qualifying. "I want to say thanks to my team - they did a fantastic job when I stopped for a little moment. We just did a little adjustment," Bagnaia said. "It will be tricky for the tyres this afternoon," he added, referring to the Czech MotoGP sprint later on Saturday. Reigning MotoGP champion Jorge Martin marked his return to qualifying with a 12th-place finish after missing 10 of the 11 rounds because of injuries. Wrist and ankle injuries suffered in a pre-season crash had ruled the 27-year-old Martin out of the first three rounds before another crash in his first race on board the Aprilia bike in Qatar in April led to a collapsed lung and bruised ribs. VR46 Racing's Fabio Di Giannantonio, fourth in the riders' championship, will start 13th on the grid after finishing third in qualifying one. Marquez leads the riders' championship table with 344 points, with his younger brother Alex second on 261.
