P1racenews AI automatic summary:
The Q2 and Q1 qualifying groups for the 2026 MotoGP Thai Grand Prix have been set
Aprilia was the fastest team in the first Q2 and Q1 qualifying groups of the 2026 MotoGP season, held at the Thai Grand Prix. Marco Bezzecchi from Aprilia set the pace on Friday, showing strong form for the upcoming campaign. He dominated Friday practice with a lap record of 1m28.526s. Aprilia had three riders qualify for Saturday’s Q2 pole shootout session, demonstrating impressive performance. Ducati was well represented with Marquez, Di Giannantonio, and Alex Marquez advancing to the pole shootout. The qualifying format splits riders into Q1 and Q2, determining the grid positions for the sprint and grand prix races. Yamaha riders struggled in Q1, with Pecco Bagnaia notably missing the top 10.
