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Marco Bezzecchi completed a stunning display to clinch his first ever home MotoGP victory at the Mugello circuit.
Marco Bezzecchi secured his first-ever home MotoGP victory at Mugello, ending Ducati’s reign at the track and providing Aprilia with its maiden win on home turf, achieving a fourth 1-2 finish of the season in 2026. Bezzecchi’s strong start from pole position and smart racecraft propelled him to victory, with teammate Jorge Martin and Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia challenging throughout. The battle for positions intensified as the race progressed, with Raul Fernandez and Pedro Acosta also vying for top spots. Bezzecchi’s decisive move on Bagnaia with 10 laps remaining sealed his victory, while Martin maintained his pace to secure the 1-2 finish for Aprilia. Despite late-race challenges, Bagnaia held onto third place, with Ogura and Di Giannantonio completing the top five in a thrilling circuit showdown at Mugello.
