MotoGP Features
In-depth MotoGP features and MotoGP exclusive articles from Crash.
How 2026 has become the best and worst sprint era MotoGP season
The 2026 MotoGP title battle is one of the closest in years, with five riders split by under a grand prix victory at the halfway stage. But how does this compare to previous years in the sprint era, and who is really favourite at this stage?
The 2027 MotoGP rider line-up and rumours so far
This is the current situation for 2027 rider contracts, the first season of 850cc engines and Pirelli tyres, after KTM names its factory team line-up.
"Interesting until the end" - How the MotoGP title fight has changed in 2026
A low-scoring 2026 MotoGP title battle sees just 24 points covering the top five riders.
Will MotoGP’s most strained relationship survive 2026 - and should it?
Maverick Vinales’ move to KTM was one filled with hope before it all went wrong with an injury at the 2025 German Grand Prix. Almost exactly a year on, his relationship with Tech3 and KTM has soured quite dramatically, with his time in MotoGP all but over. But will this relationship even survive to the end of the season. And, more importantly, should it?
Explained: Ducati, Aprilia, Honda set for MotoGP concession changes after summer break
Ducati and Aprilia set to decide the 2026 MotoGP titles under equal concession status, while Honda returns to Rank D.
It's clear who the 2026 MotoGP title favourite is now
The first half of the 2026 MotoGP season is officially in the books, and the title battle has taken on a complexion that seemed completely unfathomable even just a month ago. Though the championship picture remains in a state of flux, the German Grand Prix made it clear who the real favourite is now...
Marc Marquez says losing the German MotoGP is no big deal - is he right?
Marc Marquez ended Friday at the German Grand Prix fastest of all, doing nothing to squish suggestions that he is the overwhelming favourite to win this weekend. But he doesn’t believe he’s got the pace yet, nor does he consider a defeat at his ultimate stronghold to be the disaster others suggest it would be. But is he correct on both points?
Why Marc Marquez’s lacklustre Assen round was his biggest win of MotoGP 2026
Back-to-back wins gave way to a distinctly average Dutch Grand Prix for reigning world champion Marc Marquez. Never cracking the top five at the end of qualifying or either race, Marquez nevertheless came out the other side with his title challenge comeback still standing strong as the early-season favourite once again endured a disaster…
The crucial gain that could produce much-needed Assen MotoGP rebound for Aprilia
Aprilia needs to get back to winning ways after a bruising few weeks for the championship-leading brand. It kicked off the Dutch Grand Prix weekend in perfect fashion, but Ducati remains a threat. With qualifying set to be even more critical at Assen this weekend, a gain in one key area compared to 2025 may well help Aprilia back onto the top step of the podium…
Marshal incident has exposed critical Marco Bezzecchi weakness in MotoGP title fight
Marco Bezzecchi’s altercation with a marshal at the Czech Grand Prix was a shocking moment in the 2026 MotoGP season that rightly earned him a race ban. The points damage was clear to see after Sunday’s race, but the legacy of this incident could well be the exposing of a critical weakness that threatens his title hopes…
How will the Czech MotoGP battle shake out after Aprilia’s warning shot?
Aprilia has sent a warning to its rivals after topping Friday’s practice sessions at the MotoGP Czech Grand Prix with a new all-time lap record. In need of a serious rebound after a bruising Hungary, the Noale brand looks back to its best. But can it really halt Ducati's progress?
Czech MotoGP return a bitter reminder of what could have been for one rider
It’s been six years since Brad Binder stormed to a maiden victory at the Czech Grand Prix in just his third MotoGP start, heralding what should have been the beginning of anticipated superstardom for the KTM rider. Instead, as he returns to Brno this weekend facing an uncertain future, it’s a bitter reminder of how far he has fallen since…
Marc Marquez: “I’ve done more than I expected” after 100th grand prix win
Marc Marquez revealed the victories he considers the most important after celebrating his 100th grand prix win in the Hungarian MotoGP.
‘I don’t have anything’ - Moto2’s runaway leader still chasing 2027 MotoGP seat
Manu Gonzalez has provided a fresh update on his hopes of securing a 2027 MotoGP seat
“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…