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Bezzecchi Converts Record Pole Into Commanding Thailand GP Win to Open 2026

The result reshapes the season’s early pecking order.

Overview

  • The Aprilia rider controlled the Buriram race from the start after setting a new qualifying lap record to take pole.
  • Aprilia underlined early strength with four bikes finishing inside the top five.
  • Marc Márquez retired five laps from the end with a puncture after running in the lead group.
  • Pedro Acosta was confirmed as sprint winner and the youngest to do so after stewards penalized Márquez for last‑corner contact.
  • Moto2’s opener was cut to seven laps following multiple red flags, with Manuel González winning after major incidents involving David Alonso, Filip Salac and Senna Agius; Brazilian rookie Diogo Moreira scored points on his MotoGP debut.