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Bagnaia Wins Japanese GP as Marc Marquez Seals Ninth World Crown

A runner-up finish at Motegi gives the Ducati star an unassailable lead with five rounds remaining.

Overview

  • Francesco Bagnaia converted pole into his second victory of 2025, controlling the race and finishing about four seconds clear despite brief smoke from his Ducati.
  • Marc Marquez’s second place locks up his seventh MotoGP title and ninth world championship overall, stretching his advantage to 201 points.
  • Alex Marquez placed sixth and formally exited the title fight after failing to cut into his brother’s points lead.
  • Joan Mir took third to deliver Honda’s first podium of the season for the factory HRC team.
  • Jorge Martin did not start due to a fractured collarbone from Saturday’s Sprint, and home rider Ai Ogura withdrew with ongoing hand pain.