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Marquez takes Motegi double and closes the gap to Martin

The Ducati rider dominates in Japan and trims crucial points from the championship leader. A strong weekend for the title chase.

5 October 2026 1 min read 1 views

Marc Marquez delivered a perfect weekend at Motegi, also winning the second race and cutting the gap to Jorge Martin in the standings. The Spanish rider made the most of his package, setting a pace that proved too strong for his rivals.

In championship terms, the result keeps the title fight wide open and makes the season finale even more intense. Behind Marquez, the rest of the field limited the damage in a round that could prove decisive for the overall standings.

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