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Was the penalty for his move on Pedro Acosta that cost Marc Marquez Thai GP sprint victory fair? Here’s our take
The 2026 MotoGP season started with a dramatic race at the Thai Grand Prix, where Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta clashed with Marquez receiving a penalty, allowing Acosta to claim his first win in the series. Ducati showed dissatisfaction with the stewards’ decision, while Marquez remained diplomatic. Acosta accepted the win but hinted that he would have preferred a different outcome. Simon Patterson emphasized the importance of consistent stewarding, highlighting the need for clear penalties in such situations, as enforced by chief steward Simon Crafar. Val Khorounzhiy supported the stewards’ decision, believing Marquez’s move warranted a penalty due to not giving Acosta a fair chance on track. Jordan Moreland commended the stewards for the decision, stating that Acosta would likely make a similar move in a racing situation against Marquez. Overall, the incident sparked debate among racing enthusiasts about the balance between fair racing and penalty enforcement in MotoGP.
