MotoGP Features
In-depth MotoGP features and MotoGP exclusive articles from Crash.
“I’m a believer” - Why Marc Marquez can’t be ruled out of 2026 MotoGP title hunt
Marc Marquez’s first win of the season represents the next step of yet another injury comeback. It was a victory helped by a favourable track layout, but the way in which he went about it, as well as another implosion for MotoGP’s strongest title contender, was a warning his rivals cannot ignore - even if he is playing down is own hopes…
The signs that hint Hungary MotoGP history could repeat itself for one winless rider
Pedro Acosta dominated Friday practice at the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix. As he looks to end his victory drought, the signs at surface level suggest this weekend presents his best chance. But doubts begin to show within the long-run analysis...
How Aprilia turns a MotoGP weekend “upside down”
Aprilia's MotoGP success built on balance, not extremes, says Fabiano Sterlacchini.
Aprilia’s Ducati-humbling Mugello MotoGP form its biggest warning yet in 2026
Aprilia’s home MotoGP romp saw it utterly demoralise Ducati, by sweeping to wins in both races, ending its front row streak at Mugello and proving it has the fastest bike of all time. After seven rounds of the 2026 campaign, it’s time for Ducati to officially start worrying about its Italian rival…
What Mugello MotoGP practice pace predicts for Marc Marquez’s Italian GP return
Marc Marquez resumes his season this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix after missing Sunday at Le Mans and the entirety of the Barcelona weekend to injury. The key source of his early 2026 struggles looks to be sorted now, but practice pace suggests his subdued outlook to the Mugello weekend was absolutely correct…
“Whoever’s best will get the spot”: Does this VR46 rider’s MotoGP logic favour another?
Celestino Vietti says “whoever’s best” will get the second VR46 MotoGP seat in 2027, but does that favour him?
Bitter Catalunya MotoGP round a worrying sign for Aprilia’s title hopes
A week on from its historic 1-2-3, the Catalan Grand Prix served Aprilia with a bitter reality check as it came away with a scant haul of points in a championship battle it’s supposed to be in control of. Unforced errors, a failure to capitalise on golden opportunities, and internal fireworks were a worrying sign that Aprilia may not be as ready for a title tilt as first seemed…
Why ending his Catalunya MotoGP curse is more important than ever for Marco Bezzecchi
Neither factory Aprilia rider was particularly standout on the timesheets across Friday at the 2026 MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix. But Marco Bezzecchi showed strong in race running as in-form team-mate Jorge Martin (literally) came crashing back down to Earth after his Le Mans victory. As their rivalry heats up, Bezzecchi has a golden opportunity to quell Martin’s uprising…
MotoGP evolution creates “really strange” riding style
Jonas Folger explains how the latest MotoGP bikes demand a radically different riding style compared to his previous grand prix appearances.
The unanswered questions from Marc Marquez’s MotoGP season-skewing surgery
Marc Marquez’s title ambitions look all but over after a foot injury ruled him out of the French Grand Prix, while a subsequent shoulder revelation ensured he’d be out of next this week’s Catalan round. Though finally giving a definitive cause to his current 2026 struggles, several questions now arise that need to be answered…
Practice pace shows Q2 miss the least of Marc Marquez’s worries at French MotoGP
Marc Marquez’s failure to make it directly into Q2 on Friday at the MotoGP French Grand Prix grabbed headlines. But, as his stablemates show, a trip through Q1 is looking the least of his problems as his 2026 rut continues at Le Mans…
Marc Marquez’s title defence is already on life support after Jerez MotoGP crash
Marc Marquez’s incredible sprint victory was undone by a second grand prix non-finish of the season on Sunday at Jerez. Still not comfortable on the GP26, and maybe even less so with his physical condition, Marquez now faces a situation in the standings that historically hasn’t ended well for the seven-time champion…
Factory Ducati team digs up its miserable MotoGP past in 2026
Ducati’s factory MotoGP team is recording streaks it really rather wouldn’t in 2026.
Why one Ducati star’s ‘unrealistic’ Jerez MotoGP dream looks anything but
Aprilia looks to be facing its first real test of a 2026 MotoGP campaign it has so far dominated, as Ducati led the way on Friday at the Spanish Grand Prix. Alex Marquez believed a repeat of his 2025 Jerez heroics was unlikely coming into the round. But practice pace suggests he may need to revise this outlook…
Pirelli: Tyre pressure controversy? MotoGP races should 'finish' at the flag
Pirelli acknowledges MotoGP tyre pressure debate, says more analysis required for 2027 while stressing races should 'finish' at the chequered flag.
Jorge Lorenzo: “Honda and Yamaha always come back” despite MotoGP struggles
Jorge Lorenzo says Honda and Yamaha "always come back” despite recent MotoGP struggles against Ducati, Aprilia and KTM.
Jack Miller’s alternative to 700cc Moto3 engines - Exclusive
Jack Miller reacts to Moto3’s rumoured 700cc switch, suggesting an alternative way to help highlight rider talent.
Joan Mir explains costly race crashes, title leader Bezzecchi tops 2026 MotoGP falls list
Joan Mir explains why all his crashes have been in races - MotoGP title leader Marco Bezzecchi tops the list of 2026 fallers.
Jorge Lorenzo: My Ducati MotoGP breakthrough “one week too late”
Jorge Lorenzo reflects on how his Ducati MotoGP career might have been different: "I could have stayed two or three more years.”
Why Aprilia should target Ducati’s overlooked Superbike superstar for 2027
The 2027 MotoGP grid appears to be largely set, though one rider who looked poised for a 2027 seat with Ducati looks like he will miss out. But Yamaha’s latest rider market shock presents an opportunity Aprilia should exploit…
MotoGP 2027 trade board: How the grid is shaping up, and who could miss out
The 2027 MotoGP rider market has been one of the most active in years, though no deals have been officially announced yet. With most spots on the 2027 grid seemingly nailed on, we take a look at how the field is shaping up and who is left with an uncertain future as the trade board currently stands…
The candidates: Who joins Trackhouse if Ai Ogura leaves?
Ai Ogura’s reported departure from Trackhouse opens up one of MotoGP’s top Independent seats for 2027.
“One of the darkest moments”: Trevathan “proud” that Pol settled Portimao score - Exclusive
KTM MotoGP crew chief Paul Trevathan reflects on Pol Espargaro’s brave return to Portimao, scene of his 2023 injuries.
Ducati takes inspiration from rivals in rear aero battle
Ducati fitted new rear aero and 'leg wings' to the factory machines of Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia at the US MotoGP.