P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Martin wins red-flagged Japanese MotoGP ahead of title rival Bagnaia
Despite the rain starting just before the race, most riders initially stayed on dry tyres. However, the majority eventually opted to pit and switch to wet tyres on lap one, except for five riders. Quartararo and Crutchlow pitted on lap two, while the other three waited until lap four. With the changing conditions, Martin took the lead from Espargaro and Marquez. Marquez then dropped back, losing positions to Bagnaia and Bezzecchi. Binder crashed out of the race, and Martin extended his lead. Bagnaia and Bezzecchi closed in on Martin, but the race was ultimately stopped due to worsening rain. Martin was declared the winner, with Bagnaia and Marquez rounding out the podium.
Source: Crash
