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Marc Marquez is a legend in Germany - but can he hold off Pecco Bagnaia and Jorge Martin? I preview Sachsenring, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- Sachsenring - my full preview of Round 9 of the MotoGP Championship- The Track - a lot of left turns, but a great place to race- The Favorites - Ducati leads the way- My Watch List - which rider can move their team forward?- The Hot Seat - three riders that have to perform- The Picks - can anyone beat Marc Marquez at Sachsenring?Can Marc continue his German dominance? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

The MotoGP Silly Season surprises just keep on coming! Pramac's long-rumored move to Yamaha is happening, and some people are calling it a Disaster for Ducati. But is it really? I tell you why Ducati might actually come out a little better off, and how big of a boost Pramac will be for Yamaha. The Rundown:- Pramac to Yamaha: another big Silly Season move in MotoGP.- Why Pramac is leaving Ducati - it isn't what they are saying publically.- What does this move mean for Yamaha? Spoiler, it is a really good thing.- What is Ducati losing?- Did Ducati mess everything up losing multiple riders, and now an entire team?- Why Ducati might be better off in the end. Is this Pramac move a disaster for Ducati, or are they being clever? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

One rider absolutely dominates in Assen, and the MotoGP Championship gets even closer heading toward the summer break! I recap all of the Dutch TT action on the show, recap the Rider Standings, and give my take on the weekend.The Rundown:- Qualifying - a track record, and a penalty for a top rider- Sprint Race - everything goes to plan, and one Ducati rider has a big comeback- MotoGP Race - everything goes to plan, and one Ducati rider has an even bigger comeback- Late penalties hit two top finishers- An overlooked rider that teams should be looking at for next season- MotoGP Championship Picture: a two-rider race is now super-close- My take on the Dutch TTWhat did you think of Assen? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

Jorge Martin, Enea Bastianini and Marco Bezzecchi all get back on track for Ducati after signing with different manufacturers for next season. Will they get the same level of support? Will it effect the MotoGP Championship? I preview the Dutch TT, then make picks for the race!The Rundown:- Assen! My full preview of the Dutch TT- Big Silly Season moves mean there could be some uncomfortable moments in the paddock- The Track - the iconic TT Circuit Assen (with some history tossed in).- The Favorites - Pecco is strong, but will Martin have the support to compete?- My Watch List - a trio of non-Ducati riders with interesting stories coming into Assen- The Hot Seat - two riders that should try to perform this weekend, and one that has to- My Picks - for the Sprint and the MotoGP RaceWhat did you think of Mugello? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the

In a year of big Silly Season moves, Marc Marquez will be headed to the Ducati Factory Team next year. Why did they pick Marc over Jorge Martin? I'll tell you what I think, along with analyzing how it all went down!The Rundown:- Marc Marquez signs a multiyear contract with the Factory Ducati Team- How did the deal happen? Was there an ultimatum for Marc and Martin?- Can Marc win podiums, races, or even a championship in 2025? You might be surprised on my opinion...- Did Ducati make the right move?- My take on why they picked Marc MarquezWhat do you think of Marc going to the Factory Ducati Team? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Aprilia scores big in Silly Season! In a surprise announcement, they announce that Jorge Martin will jump from Ducati to the RS-GP in 2025 - we talk about how the deal happened, and whether it was a good move!The Rundown:- Aprilia drops a bomb on the paddock - stealing Jorge Martin from Ducati- Why did Martin choose Aprilia?- Why would Ducati let Jorge go?- What it means for Aprilia- Can Martin perform on the RS-GP?- Ducati looks set to make their Factory choice- Winners and Losers from this Silly Season deal- Is this a sign that Pramac is on the move, too?What do you think of the Martinator's decision? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Acosta has a new contract, Marc has some new rumors - but it is another rider that dominated at Mugello! I recap the ItalianGP action, review the MotoGP Championship picture, and tell you what I thought of the race weekend!The Rundown:- Silly Season - Acosta signs with Factory KTM, Marc rumors heat up- Sprint Race - one contender makes multiple mistakes, another dominates - MotoGP Race - excitement in the closing laps, with championship implications- Two surprise performances - and one rider that deserves a spot on the grid next season- The MotoGP Championship Picture - we've got a good race now!- My Take on the ItalianGPWhat did you think of Mugello? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Ducati comes home to Mugello - can anyone beat them at the track where they dominated last season? I preview the ItalianGP, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- Mugello! My full preview of Round 7 of the MotoGP season, the ItalianGP- The Track - an intimidating frontsretch, and a whole lot more- The Favorites - Ducati looking to dominate again- My Watch List - riders with an interesting story this weekend- The Hot Seat - three riders that ran well here in the past...can they do it again?- Picks! For the Sprint and the MotoGP raceWho do you think will win Mugello? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

The Barcelona Sprint Race struggled to find a leader, and we were treated to comebacks big and small all weekend long! I recap all of the MotoGP action from Catalunya!The Rundown:- Aleix Espargaro retirement announcement- Sprint Race - you lead, you wreck. I discuss why- A great moment for the local fans- MotoGP Race - Pecco and Jorge square off, and a one-second gap isn't too big of a lead- Why Acosta-Bagnaia is more interesting than Acosta-Marquez- One rider continues to make amazing comebacks, how long can it last?- Enea Bastianini ignored what was most important, simply to make a point.- The MotoGP Championship Picture- My Take on the CatalanGPWhat did you think of Barcelona? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Ducati ponders their decision, Martin considers KTM, while Marc and Bastianini are tied in the standings - with only Catalunya left before we expect multiple major Silly Season announcements, could this be the most important weekend of the year? I preview the CatalanGP!The Rundown:- Martin issues and ultimatum, with a KTM twist- Ducati Drama is back!- Will decisions be made by the end of May?- Catalunya! My full preview of Round 6 of the 2024 MotoGP Season- The Track- The Favorites - a trio of Ducati riders battle for top billing- Watch List  - a rider trying to carry momnentum, another trying to rediscover it, and a third that hardly has any to spare- The Hot Seat - three riders indirectly involved in the brewing Silly Season drama- Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win in Barcelona? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can

Great performances, great comebacks, and an intense battle for the win - LeMans gives us another incredible race weekend! I recap all of the FrenchGP action on the show!The Rundown:- LeMans - another fantastic round- Qualifying gives us a track record- Sprint Race - one rider makes a statement, another makes an impressive comeback- MotoGP race - a normal day turns into a three-way fight to the finish- Martin and Bagnaia - who made the bigger statement?- Is the old Marc back?- A few riders that could have done better- MotoGP Championship picture- My take on the FrenchGPWhat did you think of LeMans? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

LeMans is tough on riders, tough on rookies, but very good to Ducati lately. Will this be another Bagnaia-Martin shootout, or can another Desmo rider step up to steal the show? I preview the FrenchGP, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- 2027 MotoGP Rules, Jerez Test, Silly Season rumors - a preview of upcoming shows!- The FrenchGP! My full preview of Round 5 of the MotoGP World Championship- The Favorites - Riders I think have the best shot at a win- My Watch List - interesting story lines coming into the weekend- The Hot Seat - who absolutely has to perform this weekend?- The Picks - for the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win at LeMans? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

Just when you thought you knew what was going to happen, Jerez provided a BIG and unexpected twist - with Championship implications to go with it! I recap all of the SpanishGP action, review the MotoGP Title race, and give you my take on the weekend!The Rundown:- Sprint Race: I think they are still wrecking down in Turn 5- Surprise podium finishers- Tire pressure penalties, and why this wasn't the best race for them to show up- MotoGP Race: champs square off in an epic battle- Another big mistake up at the front- A pair of riders increase their Silly Season value- The MotoGP Championship picture - the race is getting more exciting- My take on JerezWhat did you think of the SpanishGP? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Jerez has launched both of Pecco Bagnaia's Championship runs - can he start a third this weekend? I preview the SpanishGP, and give my picks for the race!The Rundown:- Jerez! Full preview of Round 4 of the 2024 MotoGP season, the SpanishGP!- Silly Season Rumors heat up- The Track- The Favorites - who has the best chance of winning the SpanishGP?- The Hot Seat - who needs to perform this weekend? - The Picks!For the Sprint and the MotoGP raceWho do you think will win at Jerez? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

Texas was more than a rodeo - it was a rollercoaster of excitement and drama! I recap one of the best MotoGP weekends in a long time, talk about the championship, and give you my take on the AmericasGP!The Rundown:- Qualifying - another track record, drama for the Championship leader- Sprint - the contenders take different paths, while one rider dominates- MotoGP Race - incredible action, with a dramatic final twist- Is Aprilia finally on their way back up?- A rookie sensation proves himself- What is happening with Ducati?- The MotoGP Championship Picture- My Take on COTAWhat did you think of the AmericasGP? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

MotoGP takes on Texas, and Marc Marquez is now showing up with a bike capable of winning - can he take on Bagnaia and Martin? I preview COTA, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- COTA: My preview of Round 3 of the MotoGP World Campionship- The Track - what will the pavement be like?- The Favorties - a trio of Ducati riders, one that is REALLY good here- My Watch List - interesting stories heading into the weekend- The Hot Seat - who needs to perform in Austin?- My Picks for the AmericasGPWho do you think will win at COTA? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

Liberty Media is taking over MotoGP: will they follow the same path as Formula 1? And Fabio Quartararo is staying with Yamaha, did he make the right decision? I talk about two major MotoGP stories!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Liberty Media buys Dorna, and the commercial rights to MotoGP- Who is Liberty?- What they have been able to do with F1- Where will they take MotoGP?- Fabio Quartararo re-signs with Yamaha- Why he made the deal- Was it the right choice?- Silly Season impactWhat do you think of Fabio's decision? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

Every time we thought we knew what was going to happen, Portimao gave us an unexpected twist! I recap all of the MotoGP action in Portugal, review the Championship Picture, and give my opinion of the race! The Rundown:- Sprint Race - Just when you thought you were going to win...THAT happens- MotoGP Race - a big wreck, even bigger surprises!- Who was at fault for Bagnaia-Marquez?- Is Pedro Acosta ready to become a superstar?- Aprilia makes a statement- The MotoGP Championship Picture - things are getting interesting- My Take on the PortugueseGPWhat did you think of Portimao? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweek

MotoGP makes a brief trip to Europe to take on the roller coaster that is Algarve! I preview the race, and try to figure out if anyone can find a way to keep up with Ducati, then make picks!The Rundown:- Portimao! I preview Round 2 of the MotoGP Season, the PortugueseGP- The Favorites - who has the best chance at a podium?- Watch List - riders with interesting stories coming into this round- The Hot Seat - which riders have to perform right now?- The Picks! For the Sprint and the MotoGP RaceWho do you think will win the PortugueseGP? Let everyone know on Facebook at facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweek. Find the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusaAnd you can support the show on Patreon at patreon.com/motoweekThanks for listening!

Ducati signs Moto2 rider Fermín Aldeguer for next season - how does the move affect their lineup in 2025? Plus - Marc, Miller and Quartararo are all making headlines coming out of Qatar - the Silly Season is heating up early - I discuss the latest rumors and tell you what I think will happen!The Rundown:- The second Silly Season Signing of the year is another Ducati move, and it means at least one of their current riders is out next season- KTM - Brad Binder is being tapped as a Title Contender, but is Jack Miller on the hot seat?- Was Marc Marquez a wolf in sheep’s clothing at Losail? Ducati says he has a shot at a factory ride- The situation at Yamaha looks to be even worse than expected - what is Fabio Quartararo's best option?What early Silly Season story could have the biggest impact on the grid? Let me know on Facebook.com/motoweek.net or on the Reddit Sub at r/motoweekFind all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter @Motoweek and Instagram @motoweekusa – and you can support the show o