Overview

• Marc Márquez claimed victory in both Saturday’s sprint and Sunday’s Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring, marking the 1,000th MotoGP race and extending his championship lead to 142 points.
• Multiple riders called for a formal start‐box cleaning rule after Francesco Bagnaia and Fermín Aldeguer experienced near‐start wheelspin that highlighted inconsistent grid traction.
• Marco Bezzecchi led much of the Grand Prix before reporting an unexplained mid‐race issue that slowed his pace and ultimately cost him a shot at victory.
• Rookie Fermín Aldeguer secured a breakthrough second-place finish, showcasing his potential as a rising contender in the championship battle.
• Teams and organisers now face pressure to clarify technical and safety protocols before the series resumes at the new Balaton Park Circuit.