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Bezzecchi Wins Portimão MotoGP as Moreira Extends Moto2 Lead to Valencia Decider

Bezzecchi tightened his grip on third in the standings after Francesco Bagnaia crashed out.

Overview

  • The Aprilia rider converted pole to victory, finishing ahead of Álex Márquez's Ducati and KTM rookie Pedro Acosta.
  • The result leaves Bezzecchi 35 points clear of Bagnaia for third overall with one round remaining.
  • Bagnaia failed to score following a race crash, while already crowned champion Marc Márquez remains sidelined after shoulder surgery.
  • In Moto2, Diogo Moreira outduelled Collin Veijer by 0.090 seconds with David Alonso third to stretch his lead to 24 points.
  • With 25 points available at Valencia, the Moto2 title remains open and will be decided at the season finale.