#93 overcomes early drama to take win; Alex Marquez and Aldeguer light up the rostrum
Marc Marquez’s remarkable form continued on Saturday at MotorLand Aragon as the Spaniard stormed to victory in the MotoGP Sprint race — his seventh Sprint win of the 2025 season. Despite a hectic start and contact on Lap 1, Marquez kept his cool and powered through the field to edge out his brother Alex Marquez for top honors, with Fermin Aldeguer completing the podium after a fierce battle that had sparks flying.
Opening Lap Chaos: Alex Holeshots, Marc Clashes with Acosta
The drama kicked off as soon as the lights went out. Marc Marquez got a sluggish launch and tangled with Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) under braking, momentarily slipping to fourth. The younger riders didn’t hesitate to pounce. Alex Marquez, on the BK8 Gresini Ducati, made a lightning getaway and grabbed the holeshot, pulling ahead of Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Ducati) in second.
Behind the leading trio, positions were being fought for tooth and nail. Acosta found himself in a dogfight with teammate Fermin Aldeguer, who had his sights set on a strong finish. Meanwhile, further down the order, the rivalry between Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha) and Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol) took another twist as Mir ran off-track and crashed. Miller received a Long Lap Penalty for his involvement — another chapter in a simmering on-track feud.
Marc Rebuilds, Acosta and Aldeguer Lock Horns
Once back in his rhythm, Marc wasted no time passing Morbidelli to take P2 and began closing in on his brother. Meanwhile, Acosta, regrouping after his early clash, made a move on Morbidelli at Turn 1, but the Italian fought back hard, refusing to yield.
As Acosta pushed again on the following lap, he ran wide — allowing Aldeguer back into contention. The pair were locked in a thrilling scrap, trading positions at Turns 12 and 16. Ultimately, it was Aldeguer who emerged ahead, setting his sights on the podium places.
Marc Makes His Move at Halfway
By Lap 6, the inevitable came. Marc Marquez reeled in Alex and pulled the trigger at Turn 1, executing a textbook overtake to seize the lead. Alex hung on for a few corners but couldn’t maintain the pace. Marc began to stretch his advantage as the race settled into its second half.
While one Ducati was running like clockwork at the front, another was struggling — Francesco Bagnaia made an unforced error at Turn 7 and slid down to 13th, capping off a difficult outing for the reigning champion.
Final Laps: Aldeguer Surges, Podium Decided
With just three laps remaining, Aldeguer wasn’t done. The young Murcian launched a brave pass on Morbidelli at Turn 4 to grab third — a gutsy move that underscored his rising stock in the championship. Morbidelli was left to fend off Acosta in a final-lap tussle, narrowly holding onto fourth by the chequered flag.
At the front, Marc Marquez had built a gap that couldn’t be closed. The #93 Ducati rider cruised home to Sprint victory, extending his lead in the championship to 27 points. No matter what unfolds in Sunday’s Grand Prix, Marc will head to Ducati’s home round at Mugello still on top of the standings.
Alex Marquez took second after a solid ride, helping Gresini secure double podium success at Aragon. For Aldeguer, it was another big step forward in his rookie campaign, claiming his second Sprint podium in style.
Points Scorers: Comebacks, Clashes, and Close Calls
Morbidelli’s fourth-place finish came under pressure but proved well-earned. Acosta finished fifth after early promise faded, just ahead of teammate Fabio Di Giannantonio, who carved his way through the pack from 10th on the grid to finish sixth.
Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) ended up seventh, while the comeback ride of the day arguably belonged to Marco Bezzecchi. After qualifying 20th, the Italian sliced through the field to take two Sprint points in eighth — a huge boost after a tough run of form.
Brad Binder salvaged ninth and the final Sprint point, his first since Thailand, as Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP) rounded out the top ten. Bagnaia’s earlier mistake left him mired in 12th, behind Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha), who struggled for grip and confidence throughout the race.
Looking Ahead: Can Anyone Stop Marc at Home?
With Saturday’s Sprint wrapped up in classic MotoGP style — fast, fiery, and full of plot twists — all eyes now turn to Sunday’s main event. Can anyone halt Marc Marquez on home soil? If Saturday was anything to go by, it’ll take something special.
Catch all the action at 14:00 (UTC+2) — MotoGP at Aragon is far from finished.
Moreira Makes History: First Brazilian on Moto2 Pole in Dream Aragon Debut
Diogo Moreira (Italtrans Racing Team) etched his name into the Moto2™ record books on Saturday after storming to pole position for the Aragon Grand Prix — the first-ever for a Brazilian rider in the intermediate class. With a sensational lap time of 1:49.940 in Q2, the sophomore sensation lit up MotorLand with a performance that confirmed not only his rising star status but also Brazil’s long-awaited return to the spotlight in Grand Prix motorcycle racing.
Moreira’s lap was untouchable. The closest challenger, Barry Baltus (Fantic Racing Lino Sonego), came within 0.222 seconds of matching it and will start from the middle of the front row in second. Rounding out the top three is Deniz Öncü (Red Bull KTM Ajo), who secured third with a solid performance that keeps him well within striking distance for Sunday’s main event.
Drama Strikes for Gonzalez, Pole Slips Away
Championship leader Manuel Gonzalez (Liqui Moly Dynavolt Intact GP) had a day to forget. Just moments into Q2, the Spaniard suffered a high-speed crash before he could set a representative lap time. The incident brought his qualifying to a premature end, leaving him stranded in P18 on the grid for Sunday — a major blow in the context of the title fight and a mountain to climb come race day.
While Gonzalez faced misfortune, his main championship rival, Aron Canet (also of Fantic Racing), capitalized. The experienced Spaniard will lead the second row from fourth place, ready to take full advantage of Gonzalez’s compromised grid position.
Rookies Step Up: Aspar Duo Impress
Joining Canet on Row 2 are a pair of rookies from the CFMOTO Inde Aspar Team, both making big statements this weekend. Daniel Holgado, known for his speed in the junior classes, continues his smooth adaptation to Moto2 and starts in P5, while David Alonso, fresh off a breakout podium at Silverstone, will line up sixth. The duo’s impressive one-lap pace signals that they could well be podium contenders come lights out.
Further Down the Field: Big Names, Big Tasks
A few of the championship’s most consistent names will have to dig deep on Sunday. Senna Agius, who claimed a breakthrough victory at Silverstone, finds himself all the way down in 13th on the grid. His teammate, double race winner Jake Dixon (ELF Marc VDS Racing Team), also struggled in qualifying and will start just behind in 14th.
Both riders have proven they can cut through the field, but with the competition as tight as ever in Moto2, poor grid positions could mean limited opportunities — especially on a technical track like Aragon where passing requires precision and patience.
What’s at Stake on Sunday
For Diogo Moreira, Sunday’s race presents the perfect chance to turn a historic pole into a career-defining win. The 20-year-old has shown maturity well beyond his years in 2025, and a victory at Aragon would cement his place among the class’s elite.
Meanwhile, all eyes will be on Manuel Gonzalez and his attempt at damage limitation from the sixth row. With Canet starting from fourth, the title picture could shift dramatically depending on how the opening laps unfold.
The rookies are lurking, the veterans are hungry, and the Aragon GP promises to deliver another chapter in what has been a thrilling Moto2 season so far.
Lights out Sunday – and it’s wide open.
Rueda Breaks Records with Blistering Pole in Moto3 at Aragon
Championship leader Jose Antonio Rueda (Red Bull KTM Ajo) continued his relentless march through the 2025 Moto3™ season by smashing the all-time lap record at MotorLand Aragon to secure pole position for Sunday’s Grand Prix. The home favourite, riding high on confidence and chasing a fourth consecutive win, delivered a lightning-fast 1:56.361 in the final moments of Q2 to seal his third pole of the year in commanding style.
Rueda will lead the grid ahead of Luca Lunetta (SIC58 Squadra Corse), who celebrates his first front row of the season, and Maximo Quiles (CFMOTO Viel Aspar Team), who put in a heroic shift after fighting through from Q1.
Q1 Delivers Fireworks: Big Names Battle for Survival
The first qualifying session was far from a formality. Several high-profile riders were forced to earn their place in Q2 the hard way, and the 15-minute session delivered plenty of thrills — and some heartbreak.
Quiles came out swinging, stringing together a series of rapid laps and ultimately dipping into the 1:57.4s to comfortably progress. The Aspar rider wasn’t alone — Ryusei Yamanaka (FRINSA – MT Helmets – MSI) and Taiyo Furusato (Honda Team Asia) also made the cut, joining Quiles in the pole shootout.
There was, however, a surprise appearance from Vicente Perez (LEVELUP-MTA), who edged out teammate and former Aragon winner Dennis Foggia for the final Q2 spot. Foggia missed out by the slimmest of margins and will start from outside the top 18. Rookie Guido Pini (LIQUI MOLY Dynavolt Intact GP) was also unable to advance and will line up in 21st on the grid.
Q2: Rueda Steps Up, Crashes Shake the Order
The second qualifying session featured a loaded field and sky-high expectations, with Rueda and David Almansa(Leopard Racing) coming in as heavy favorites after topping the practice sessions. Almansa, trying to stay glued to Rueda’s tail in the early stages, looked promising but would later fall victim to one of several high-profile crashes.
David Muñoz (LIQUI MOLY Dynavolt Intact GP) was the first to go down, launching off his KTM in a vicious highside at Turn 8. Moments later, Almansa’s teammate Adrian Fernandez crashed in Sector 2, adding to Leopard Racing’s woes. Despite these interruptions, the pace never slowed.
Rookie Alvaro Carpe (Red Bull KTM Ajo) was the early surprise, briefly topping the charts on his first flyer. But as the session matured, Quiles — already warmed up from Q1 — laid down a scorching lap that temporarily put him on provisional pole.
The biggest blow came late in the session when Almansa, who had looked set for a front row start, crashed exiting Turn 7. With no time to recover, he was forced to watch the rest of the session from the garage.
And then came the hammer blow — on his final lap, Rueda delivered a masterclass in precision and aggression, demolishing the previous best to take pole and underline his dominance this weekend.
The Grid Shuffles Behind: Rising Stars and Missed Chances
Behind Rueda, Lunetta’s second-place effort marks his best qualifying result of the season and a major morale boost. Quiles, riding with confidence after an electric run through Q1, dug deep to secure third, bumping Carpe down to fourth and the front of Row 2.
Taiyo Furusato continued his upward trend with his best qualifying of the season, grabbing fifth on the grid and showing signs he could be a serious contender on race day. Jacob Roulstone (Red Bull KTM Tech 3) also posted a personal best to start from sixth, right alongside.
David Almansa, despite showing top-three pace all weekend, will have to launch from seventh after his untimely crash. Joel Kelso (LEVELUP-MTA) managed to piece together a solid run to secure eighth, while Muñoz, despite his earlier off, recovered well enough to lock in ninth place.
Completing the top ten is Angel Piqueras (FRINSA – MT Helmets – MSI), another rider expected to be on the move in the early laps of Sunday’s race.
The Stage is Set for Sunday Showdown
Rueda arrives in Aragon with all the momentum, and now, the home hero heads into Sunday’s race with the added confidence of a record-breaking qualifying performance. With Quiles and Lunetta in close proximity, the battle at the front promises fireworks — but keep an eye on Almansa, Furusato, and Piqueras, all with the pace to mix it up.
Moto3 remains wide open, unpredictable, and relentlessly fast — and with Aragon’s sweeping corners and long straights, we could be in for a classic.
Lights out at 11:00 local time. Don’t blink.
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