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Marquez opens Motegi GP ahead of Martin and Bezzecchi

The Ducati rider topped the opening practice in Japan, with his title rivals close behind.

2 October 2026 1 min read 5 views

Marc Marquez started the Motegi weekend with the fastest time in the opening free practice, finishing ahead of the two main championship challengers, Jorge Martin and Marco Bezzecchi.

The session confirmed a very tight leading group, with lap times already close on the Japanese track ahead of a weekend that could matter a lot in the MotoGP title fight.

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