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Pecco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez lit up Mugello with a fierce five-lap showdown full of contact, aggression, and crowd-roaring drama - but what happened to Pecco at the end? I recap the ItalianGP, and try to figure out if Bagnaia's title hopes are finished.The Rundown:- Qualifying - Marc and Pecco trade record-breaking laps in a tense standoff- Sprint - Marc messes up, but stays focused- Alex is still faster than anyone thought he would be, while Pecco has to settle- The MotoGP Race: 5 laps of complete awesomeness- Marc Marquez turns in a massive statement performance- The Italian on the podium isn't the one the crowd was hoping for- Did Bagnaia give up at the end?- Aprilia is faster than they look- The MotoGP Championship - Is Pecco done? I do some early-season math- My take on MugelloWhat did you think of the ItalianGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listeni

Toprak is making the jump to MotoGP, Yamaha tests a V4, and Pecco finally has the upper hand – or does he? I break down a busy Aragon test, Yamaha's big Silly Season move, and preview the ItalianGP at Mugello!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Aragon Test - lots of aero, Pecco makes gains - my analysis of each manufacturer- Aprilia surprises with an up-and-coming-rider- Yamaha V4 test - when will it be ready?- Toprak Razgatlıoğlu is finally coming to MotoGP: The interesting story of why it took so long, and whether he can make an impact for Yamaha- Mugello! My Preview of the ItalianGP- The Favorites - does Pecco have the advantage this time?- The Watch List - can Acosta build on his momentum- The Hot Seat - one young rider has a big opportunity- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the ItalianGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

Marc Marquez reminds everyone that Aragon is his house, but Pecco is back on the podium, while Morbidelli and Aldeguer put on a show. I recap all of the MotoGP action in the AragonGP!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Marc dominates again, but Alex and Frankie keep him honest- Sprint Race: Marc gets a challenge from his brother, while Fermin shows up late- MotoGP Race: zero drama up front, but the mid-pack was fire- Pecco finally shows up…on Sunday- Morbidelli vs. Aldeguer is the highlight of the weekend- KTM’s most competitive weekend so far- The MotoGP Championship Picture: Marc is in control, Alex won’t go away, and Pecco is back…but not back- My take on AragonWhat did you think of the AragonGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Pecco Bagnaia desperately needs points, but Aragon has traditionally been a playground for Marc Marquez. Who will come out on top? Will another manufacturer step up? I preview the AragonGP, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- Jorge Martin makes a statement - and we're still not sure what will happen in the end- Aragon! My preview of Round 8 of the MotoGP Championship- The Favorites: Marc is amazing here - but Pecco HAS to get it done...can he compete?- My Watch List: Two manufacturers continue to close in- The Hot Seat: we're still waiting for KTM to get some momentum- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the AragonGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

Just when you thought the 2025 MotoGP season couldn't get any more dramatic - the BritishGP goes completely off the rails, with action, excitement, tragedy, and a few major plot twists...along with some major luck for the top title contenders. I try to unpack everything that happened in Silverstone!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Fabio once again steps up, Marc drops off the front row- Sprint Race: Ducati dominates, but not the way we expected them to- MotoGP Race: well a LOT just happened- Disaster for the Marquez brothers. Except that it wasn't- Tire strategy is the key - but you have to both have a strategy AND race that strategy- Fabio does everything right. Until it goes wrong. - Bezzecchi and Aprilia make the bigest statement then can, at exactly the right time - you can't script this stuff- Ducati battles just to be on the podium- Pecco is in trouble- The MotoGP Championship Picture- My take on the BritishGPWhat did you think of Silverstone? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the

MotoGP contracts are more or less a suggestion, really. Jorge Martin makes headlines between rounds, while Silverstone sets up for what could be an unpredictble weekend of racing. I preview the BritishGP!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- KTM gets another lifeline - will it save their MotoGP operation, too?- Jorge Martin doesn't like the vibe at Aprilia. Chaos is set to ensue.- Silverstone! My preview of Round 7 of the 2025 MotoGP Championship- The Favorites - who has the advantage? Someone you may not guess- The Watch List - the power structure is slowly shifting just below the top-3- The Hot Seat - Jorge Martin lights a fire under a trio of riders who stand to gain. Or lose.- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the BritishGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

MotoGP announced new rules about testing for injured riders, as well as grid procedures and penalties effective immediately starting with the FrenchGP. I analyze the changes and tell you what I think on this Patreon-first episode of the show!The Rundown:The Injured Rider Testing Rule - whether it works as written, and why I think going a step further might actually make the rule easier to implementNew grid procedures - simple and straightforward, but can Marc still manipulate them?2027 Rule Package Testing - everyone agrees to make it fair. For now. But it is most certainly not a testing ban for all of 2025The 'Hair Rule' - something must have happened, but who knows whatThis was a Patreon-first episode released BEFORE the grid madness in the FrenchGP, but the opinions still very much apply. Join in the conversation - comment on Facebook, or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Thanks for listening!!

LeMans delivered chaos, unpredictable weather, too many bike swaps to count, and a historic win in front of a record-breaking crowd. I try to unravel all of the MotoGP action and surprises on the FrenchGP post-race show!The Rundown:- Fabio stuns in qualifying- The Sprint: Marc is back on top, while Quartararo does his best to keep up- Pecco makes his first mistake- The MotoGP Race: What the heck happened? I try to explain all of it!- Bike swaps, long lap penalties, and the new rules already come into effect- The rain causes chaos, and LeMans takes out riders- Johann Zarco becomes the hometown hero - and the French crowd was absolutely there for it- Marc survives, while his challengers run into trouble - and Pecco makes his second mistake- Just how crazy was this race? I'll tell you. Multiple times.- The MotoGP Championship picture- My take on the FrenchGPWhat did you think of LeMans? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Insta

With Alex coming off a win, and Marc looking for redemption after Jerez - the Marquez brothers are set for a battle in the FrenchGP! I talk about what makes this place so trecherous, and whether Fabio Quartararo can keep his Jerez momentum going at his home track!The Rundown:- LeMans! My full preview of Round 6 of the 2025 MotoGP Championship- The Track: Why do so many people crash at the Bugatti Circuit? I analyze the causes - The Favorites: The Marquez Brothers go head to head, but can Pecco pass them both?- The Watch List: Fabio aims to continue his hot run on home turf- The Hot Seat: A pair of former LeMans winners look to jump-start their season- The Picks: for the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the FrenchGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Well that one got interesting! Saturday goes to plan, but Sunday was FULL of surprises in Jerez, including a first-time winner! I recap the SpanishGP, review the MotoGP Standings, discuss the dynamic between Marc and Pecco, and lots more!The Rundown:- Qualifying: where did Fabio come from?- The Sprint: Lots of awesome fans, not much on-track action- The MotoGP Race: We finally get some surprises! - Is Marc rattled by Pecco?- Alex Marquez gets the spotlight to himself- Fabio lights it up - he just needs a bike to do that every time- Did Pecco set himself up fo fall short?- Maverick Vinales continues to look good, and so does VR46- What is up with Joan Mir? His retirement stats continue to be staggering- The MotoGP Championship picture - who has the upper hand?- My Take on the SpanishGPWhat did you think of Jerez? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Honda is looking to score a pair of big-name riders in Silly Season, but it might not be that easy. I discuss the latest MotoGP News and then preview the SpanishGP at Jerez!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Jorge Martin is out - and Aprilia needs to be smart about his recovery- Silly Season! Can Honda grab two star riders?- How Pedro Acosta could be the key to KTM keeping their MotoGP Program- Jerez! My Preview of Round 5 of the MotoGP World Championship- The Track- The Favorites - are Pecco and Marc on level ground here?- My Watch List - Maverick has something to prove- The Hot Seat - three riders that have performed here in the past, and need to do it again- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the SpanishGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Marc makes a statement, Alex runs into everyone, and the tire pressure rule strikes again. As advertised, Qatar was full of surprises, both good and bad. I recap the action in Lusail, talk about Jorge Martin's new injury, talk about the MotoGP Championship picture, and give my take on the QatarGP!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Marc throws down the gauntlet - Pecco stumbles- Sprint: Marc and Alex continue the status quo, Pecco still searching for speed- MotoGP Race: Qatar has surprises in store- Alex Marquez runs into...a lot of people- Marc adds strategy to his speed- Maverick Vinales has an amazing race...erased- The Tire Pressure Rule is written wrong. And needs to be fixed.- Pecco has a great night - but still needs better- Frankie Morbidelli continues to improve, Alex Marquez still fast despite the mistakes- A rookie impresses- Jorge Martin gets hurt again - will likely be out longer- The MotoGP Championship picture- My Take on the QatarGPWhat did you think of Doha? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Redd

The racing may be at night, but the temperatures - and the Championship Drama - will still be searing in Losail! The QatarGP always has a few surprises in store, I preview the race, and make picks!The Rundown:- Lusail is set to be more unpredictable than ever- MotoGP News: Starting Rules to be Reviewed- QatarGP! My Preview of Round 4 of the 2025 MotoGP World Championship- The Track - why we always see surprises on the podium- The Favorites: a new Marquez leads the way, but will have his hands full staying there- My Watch List: Ducati is on the rise, KTM tries to keep up, and Jorge Martin is back...what should we expect from him?- The Hot Seat: the battle for 6th in the Rider Standings is a free-for-all- The Picks! My selections for the Sprint and the MotoGP raceWho do you think will win the QatarGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Marc Marquez dominated the timesheet - and the headlines - this weekend at COTA! I discuss his triumphs, mistakes, and why the start of the MotoGP race wasn't that big of a deal. Even if it is fun to talk about. Plus - a Marquez is still atop the standings.The Rundown:- The Red Flagged start was more embarassing than anything- Qualifying: Marc dominates- Sprint: Marc dominates some more- Alex continues to be impress- MotoGP Race: Confusion takes over before the start, but did it all really make a difference?- Marc should have won, makes a massive mistake instead - Pecco is finally in the right place at the right time- VR46 has a great weekend, with a few glares across the garage- Ai Ogura is impressively fast- The MotoGP Championship Picture - things are far more interesting, with an unexpected Marquez leading the way- My take on the AmericasGPWhat did you think of COTA? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and yo

Can anyone beat Marc? If they are going to this weekend, they'll have to do it at one of his best tracks. I talk about proposed changes to MotoGP testing rules, Pedro Acosta rumors, and decide if anyone can challenge Marc Marquez at COTAThe Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Should Jorge Martin be able to test a MotoGP bike? The answer is complicated, but clear- Valencia to host more races- Pedro Acosta to VR46? There is a reason for the rumor. And it doesn't really involve Acosta.- COTA! My full Preview of Round 3 of the 2025 MotoGP World Championship- The Favorites: Marc, and...well, Marc- My Watch List: who can capitalize on early-season momentum?- The Hot Seat: riders looking for improvement, prestige, or a little redemption- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the AmericasGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

Marc Marquez continues to storm through the start of the season - can anyone catch him? I recap the MotoGP action in Argentina, including Honda's promising step forward. Plus - Trackhouse makes an unusual mistake, the MotoGP Championship picture, and my take on the ArgentinaGP!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Marc chases laptimes instead of poles- Sprint Race: Carbon copy of Thailand, but here comes Honda- MotoGP Race: Marquez vs. Marquez? I am here for it- Did Valentino Rossi and Jorge Loreno pave the way for Marc at Ducati?- Little brother stands tall once again- Multiple riders step up to the challenge early in the season- Has Pecco lost confidence in his bike?- Aprilia and/or Trackhouse makes a big mistake, and ruins a great performance- The MotoGP Championship picture- My take on the ArgentinaGPWhat did you think of Argentina? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for li

Pirelli is set to replace Michelin in 2027 - will it be good for MotoGP? I analyze the move, discuss the latest news, and then we try to figure out who has the best chance to challenge Marc Marquez in Argentina!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Tire Announcement - the real reason Michelin is out, and what Pirelli brings to the table- KTM Update - Dorna is optimistic long-term, but several things are still up in the air- Ducati Drama: Engine Edition - the Factory riders have an updated engine after all. Sorta. - Argentina! My preview of Round 2 of the 2025 World Championship- The Favorites - including all of the Marquez..es available- My Watch List - with a bonus fourth rider- The Hot Seat - two Factory leaders that need to step up- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win in Argentina? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Marc Marquez shows off his experience and speed in the 2025 MotoGP season opener. And, in the process, looks like he did in 2019. I break down the action, surprises, and most impressive riders in Buriram, and try to figure out if Marc might actually own a Time Machine on the ThaiGP post-race show!The Rundown:- The ThaiGP! I recap the 2025 season opener- Qualifying: Morbidelli runs afoul of Simon Crafar, Pecco forced into Q1. The Marquez brothers lead the way- The Sprint: every Marquez dominates, while Pecco tries to keep up- Other Sprint riders - including an impressive rookie, manufacturers that make some headway- MotoGP Race: a winning strategy we've never seen before- Why did Marc take an unconventional path? - Pecco just tries to keep up- Morbidelli and Ogura impress, Yamaha lags behind, KTM disappoints- The Championship picture after Buriram- My take on the ThaiGP!What did you think of Thailand? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on 

The 2025 MotoGP season is here - and two mult-time champs are set to square off in an epic battle! Are you Team Marc, or Team Pecco? I recap the pre-season tests, rank the manufacturers, and then preview the ThailandGP. Plus - I'll tell you who I think will win the MotoGP championship!The Rundown:- Sorry I was away for so long!- Preseason testing - What we learned from Sepang and Buriram- Has Yamaha really gained? What about Honda?- Ducati's collossal fail - and why it doesn't really matter- Ranking the manufacturers heading into the season- Jorge Martin is out, but his season isn't ruined- Riders that impressed during the preseason- ThailandGP Preview!- The Picks - for the Sprint and the MotoGP race- I predict the MotoGP Championship and Rookie of the YearWho do you think will win in Buriram? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Jorge Martin takes a monumental MotoGP Championship, despite Pecco Bagnaia's amazing season. I briefly recap the season finale at Catalunya, then talk about the three big rider stories of the year with Martin, Bagnaia and Marc Marquez!The Rundown:- Catalunya - I briefly recap the action from the season finale- Close Championship battles outside of the top spot in the standings- Three big stories coming out of the season:- Jorge Martin - an unprecedented Championship - how did he do it?- Pecco Bagnaia - an epic season. Can he take his title back in 2025?- Marc Marquez - more than a wild card rider for next year - could we see another unprecedented Champ?- What's coming up in the offseason shows!What did you think of the MotoGP Championship? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!