Get ready for an exciting MotoGP season opener! Aprilia has made a stunning start to the 2026 Thai Grand Prix, dominating the first practice session. With three riders in the top four positions, they've left their mark on the track.
Marco Bezzecchi set the pace with an impressive 1m29.346s lap time, closely followed by Fabio Di Giannantonio on his VR46 Ducati. But here's where it gets interesting - Aprilia has brought some controversial technology to the MotoGP scene, and it's causing a stir!
Jorge Martin, Bezzecchi's teammate, had a promising run, considering his challenging pre-season. After missing the first test due to surgery, he's back and ready to make an impact. Martin even managed to keep his bike running after a minor crash, showcasing his determination.
Aprilia's satellite team, Trackhouse, also joined the party with Ai Ogura securing fourth place. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez made his return to official MotoGP action, finishing sixth and sandwiched between the top KTM rider, Pedro Acosta, and the talented Pecco Bagnaia on the other works Ducati.
And this is the part most people miss - the battle for positions beyond the top riders. Luca Marini led the Honda charge in tenth, while Alex Rins was the best Yamaha rider in thirteenth.
Results:
- Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) - 1m29.346s
- Fabio Di Giannantonio (VR46 Ducati) - +0.110s
- Jorge Martín (Aprilia) - +0.205s
- Ai Ogura (Trackhouse Aprilia) - +0.309s
- Pedro Acosta (KTM) - +0.332s
- Marc Marquez (Ducati) - +0.426s
- Pecco Bagnaia (Ducati) - +0.445s
- Franco Morbidelli (VR46 Ducati) - +0.588s
- Alex Marquez (Gresini Ducati) - +0.666s
- Luca Marini (Honda) - +0.722s
- Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Aprilia) - +0.726s
- Joan Mir (Honda) - +0.736s
- Alex Rins (Yamaha) - +0.922s
- Johann Zarco (LCR Honda) - +1.001s
- Enea Bastianini (Tech3 KTM) - +1.001s
- Diogo Moreira (LCR Honda) - +1.029s
- Brad Binder (KTM) - +1.045s
- Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) - +1.124s
- Maverick Vinales (Tech3 KTM) - +1.144s
- Jack Miller (Pramac Yamaha) - +1.493s
- Toprak Razgatlioglu (Pramac Yamaha) - +1.763s
- Michele Pirro (Gresini Ducati) - +2.462s
So, what do you think? Is Aprilia's technology an unfair advantage, or a brilliant innovation? Let's discuss in the comments and share your thoughts on this exciting start to the MotoGP season!
