Marc Márquez once again proved why he remains the benchmark of MotoGP. At Misano, the stage of the San Marino and Rimini Riviera Grand Prix, the Spanish champion clinched a crucial victory, edging out Marco Bezzecchi and his brother Álex Márquez after an intense 27-lap battle that kept fans on the edge of their seats.
Bezzecchi, the star of the weekend with a stunning pole position and victory in Saturday’s Sprint, tried everything to repeat his success in the main race. Backed by a roaring home crowd, the Italian pushed hard but had to concede to the relentless pace of Márquez, who also set the fastest lap of the race. The final gap—just over half a second—speaks volumes about the intensity of the duel that lit up Misano.
For Marc, this marks his eleventh win of the season, further extending his lead in the championship and bringing him ever closer to a title that now feels within reach. Bezzecchi nevertheless walked away as one of the true heroes of the weekend, boosted by the atmosphere and the adoration of the Italian fans. Álex Márquez completed the podium with a consistent and composed performance.
Saturday’s Sprint had already delivered fireworks, with Bezzecchi storming to victory ahead of Álex Márquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio. Marc Márquez, meanwhile, suffered a rare crash that ended his impressive unbeaten streak in the short Saturday races.
Italy also celebrated in the support classes. Celestino Vietti triumphed in Moto2, beating Barry Baltus and Daniel Holgado, while José Antonio Rueda won Moto3 ahead of Máximo Quiles and Adrián Fernández. In MotoE, Alessandro Zaccone and Matteo Ferrari each took victories in the two races, adding even more excitement to a packed weekend.
With record attendance, thrilling racing, and a contract extension that secures Misano on the MotoGP calendar until 2031, the San Marino Grand Prix once again confirmed the unique bond between the Romagna region and motorcycle racing. A weekend of passion, adrenaline, and unforgettable battles that will echo long beyond the chequered flag.
