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(00:00:00) Can Marc Build Momentum Into the Summer Break? Sachsenring Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek (00:00:11) Setting the Stage for Saxon Ring (00:01:08) The Silly Season Unfolds (00:03:33) Saxon Ring: A Crucial Race (00:05:39) Support MotorWeek (00:06:45) The Saxon Ring Track Overview (00:10:57) Favorites: Martin, Bagnaia, and Marquez (00:18:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:25:37)...

Trackhouse has their best weekend ever - dominating a wild round that had major implications in the Title race. I recap all of the MotoGP action from Assen, break down the Championship race, and give my take on the DutchGP. Or DutchTT. Your choice.  The Rundown: - Qualifying - Aprilia lets Ducati know they mean business - The Sprint Race: Factory Aprilia gets off to a good start - then Trackhouse...

The MotoGP Team-Sport-Manufaturer contract has been signed, and it is officially Silly Season time! I discuss high-profile signings of Marquez, Acosta, and Bagnaia, then preview the DutchTT in Assen! The Rundown: - The MotoGP-not-a-Concorde-Agreement has been signed - time for Silly Season to start - Marc Marquez - two more years at Ducati - can he add to his legend? - Pedro Acosta - Ducati scores...

(00:00:00) Bezz' Brno Blunder, Marc is on the Move! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Post-Race Show (00:00:22) Setting the Stage for Czech GP Analysis (00:00:58) Visit MotorWeek.net for Latest Episodes (00:01:51) Rule Changes and Race Weekend Preview (00:04:34) Qualifying and Sprint Race Highlights (00:06:25) Marco Bezzecchi's Controversial Incident (00:13:16) The Importance of Race Suspension (00:...

(00:00:00) Brno, and the Shifting Silly Season Market - CzechGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:17) The Shifting Landscape of MotoGP Silly Season (00:03:20) The Importance of Brno Circuit (00:06:47) Favorites: The Top Contenders (00:14:16) Watch List: Riders on the Rise (00:21:36) Riders on the Hot Seat (00:31:08) The Case for Diogo Moreira (00:38:26) Predictions for Brno GP (00:38:...

(00:00:00) Aprilia Meltdown, Marc Magic: A Wild HungarianGP! (00:00:01) Welcome to the MotorWeek Podcast (00:00:07) Marquez's Impressive Comeback (00:02:42) Qualifying and Sprint Race Overview (00:06:53) Analyzing Marquez's Performance (00:10:30) Other Notable Riders' Performances (00:18:17) Sunday's MotoGP Race (00:19:05) The Turn One Crash (00:25:07) Marquez vs. Acosta Battle (00:31:47) Post-Rac...

(00:00:00) When Will The Title Race Heat Up? HungarianGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:17) The Unexciting Championship Battle (00:02:45) Previewing the Hungarian GP (00:03:11) Support and Social Media (00:03:54) Tech3's Rider Strategy for 2027 (00:06:14) Balaton Park Circuit Overview (00:09:08) Favorites: The Top Contenders (00:14:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:20:12) Hot Sea...

(00:00:00) Aprilia Makes a Mugello Statement! ItalianGP Recap. (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Podcast (00:00:07) Aprilia's Dominant Performance at Mugello (00:02:18) Qualifying and Sprint Race Highlights (00:16:37) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Bezzecchi's Victory (00:33:11) Championship Standings and Race Analysis (00:37:28) Closing Thoughts on Mugello and Future Episodes (00:40:08) Subscription and Sup...

(00:00:00) Marc is back in Mugello. But is he...BACK? ItalianGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to Motoweek (00:00:17) Marquez's Return to Racing (00:04:16) Mugello Circuit Overview (00:08:09) Favorites: The Championship Contenders (00:15:00) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:22:33) Hot Seat: Riders Under Pressure (00:29:00) Predictions for Mugello (00:32:54) Closing Remarks Marc Marquez is making his r...

The racing was actually exciting in Catalunya - but a pair of REALLY scary wrecks brought rider safety into the spotlight. I talk about both incidents, and where improvements need to be made, along with my recap of an eventful CatalanGP and the impact on the MotoGP Championship! The Rundown: - Qualifying: the surprises start early as Aprilia struggles - The Sprint: A thrilling battle - just not be...

(00:00:00) Bezz and The Martinator: the Rematch! Catalunya Preview (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:18) Championship Battle Heats Up (00:02:46) KTM's New Rider Announcement (00:08:09) Ducati's Surprising Strength in the Face of Losses (00:13:19) David de Brivio's Potential Move to HRC (00:15:44) Catalunya Circuit Overview (00:18:47) Favorites in the Race (00:24:05) Riders to Watch (00:30:11)...

(00:00:00) Marquez is Out, Aprilia is Definitely IN at LeMans (00:00:01) Welcome to the Motoweek Podcast (00:00:07) Marquez's Misfortune and Martin's Rise (00:00:19) A Wild Weekend at Le Mans (00:02:18) Qualifying Drama and Ducati's Front Row Lockout (00:04:39) Martin's Dominant Sprint Race Victory (00:05:54) Marquez's Shocking High-Side Crash (00:08:56) The Impact on Marquez's Championship Chance...

Ducati led the way in Jerez - are we set for an epic showdown with Aprilia at LeMans? I preview the FrenchGP, and talk about MotoGPs version of Throwback Thursday - with both Andrea Iannone and Jonas Folger making a return trip to the paddock.  The Rundown: - Andrea Iannone. On a Harley. At the Mugello MotoGP round. No, really... - MotoGP News: Jonas Folger returns to the grid as a substitute ride...

Well THAT was interesting! From a tear-off malfunction, to overheating brakes, to rain, to...wrecking and still winning the race - the SpanishGP was full of wild surprises. I discuss all of the MotoGP action from Jerez, including Ducati's response to Aprilia dominance, on the post-race show! The Rundown: - Jerez! Amazing fans and wild plot twists highlight an exciting SpanishGP - Qualifying - youn...

After an unexpected break, MotoGP is back in action at Jerez! With Ducati claiming Marc Marquez is healthy, and Aprilia teammates Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin both in winning form, we could be in for an amazing weekend of racing. The Rundown: - MotoGP News: Maverick Vinales sits out another round - Jerez! My preview of Round 4 of the 2026 MotoGP World Championship - The Favorites: Ducati says...

(00:00:00) Ogura Makes a Bold Move, and Why it Isn't Official Yet (00:00:01) Welcome to Motoweek (00:02:01) The Delayed Announcing Silly Season Moves (00:06:29) Support and Social Media Links (00:07:09) Aleix Espargaro Injury Update (00:07:53) Ai Ogura's Surprising Move to Yamaha (00:16:42) Ducati's Young Talent Hunt with Daniel Holgado (00:23:36) Nicolò Bulega's World Superbike to MotoGP Journey...

Marco Bezzecchi comes up with more Sunday magic - to go with Saturday struggles. And a wild weekend of action and drama in COTA brings another serious title challenger. I recap the MotoGP action from Texas! The Rundown: - MotoGP News: Maverick Vinales out with injury - what's next? - Austin: My recap of the AmericasGP at COTA - Qualifying: A messy Q2 results in penalties and too much traffic as ev...

COTA is a Marc Marquez track...or is it? I discuss why the answer is both yes, and no - and whether that could lead to an epic Ducati-Aprilia MotoGP shootout - as part of our preview of the AmericasGP! The Rundown: - COTA! My preview of Round 3 of the MotoGP season - the AmericasGP - The Track - is this a Marc Marquez track? Yes. And no. But also yes. - The Favorites - each has a weakness - which...

New track - new challenges. It's just that not many people were thinking "sinkhole" would be one of those challenges. The BrazilianGP offered some unexpected plot twists, but also confirmed that Aprilia is ready to fight for a championship with Ducati. I recap all of the MotoGP action in Brazil on the post-race show! The Rundown: - The BrazilianGP! My recap of Round 2 of the 2026 World Championshi...

The track, the weather, and the Aprilia - Ducati power struggle: the BrazilianGP raises a lot of questions as MotoGP takes on the Aryton Senna circuit. I preview Round 2 of the 2026 season, and make picks for the race! The Rundown: - MotoGP News: - QatarGP moved, along with Portimao and Valencia - Brazil: My preview of Round 2 of the 2026 World Championship - the BrazilianGP! - The Track: The Aryt...

The 2026 MotoGP season got started with action, drama, controversy, and...a tire that tried to run away from Marc Marquez. More importantly - Aprilia took the fight to Ducati, and Pedro Acosta took the fight to everyone in the start of what might be a wild MotoGP Championship. I recap the ThaiGP! The Rundown: - The ThaiGP! Round 1 Recap: - Qualifying - Raul Fernandez shines, Pecco Bagnaia struggle...

The 2026 MotoGP season is here! Will Ducati and the Marquez brothers stay on top of the series, or can Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia challenge them for the crown? I preview the season-opening ThailandGP, and then make picks for the race - and for the 2026 season! The Rundown: - It is time to go racing! ThailandGP Preview: - The Track: Exciting finshes, great fans - The Favorites: The Marquez brother...

Do preseason testing results make a difference? Kind of. I talk about the riders' opinions of their own chances heading into the 2026 MotoGP season, then rank the manufacturers. Plus - we discuss minimum rider salaries. The Rundown: - MotoGP News: - Minimum Salaries - the riders deserve it - Preseason Testing: - Results from Thailand and Buriram - Ducati and Aprilia - set for a showdown? - KTM is...

Marco Bezzecchi is staying put. Marc Marquez will, too. After that - nearly everone else is on the move in what promises to be a crazy Silly Season. But do riders know what they are getting into for 2027? I analyze all the rumors, and talk about who is headed to the right place to start the 850cc MotoGP era. The Rundown: - Silly Season - this time, it will truly be silly! - Into the unknown: 2027...

And...we're back! With a LOT to talk about. I'm kicking off a four-part season preview by talking about the shocking news that Phillip Island is off the schedule in 2027: why, along with the positives and negatives. Plus - Liberty is already making changes - I break them down.  And check back tomorrow for (hopefully) a discussion of all the Silly Season rumors and confirmed signings!  The Rundown:...