16:09
The test has now ended an hour early due to a lack of running.
So, Pedro Acosta remains fastest.
2026 MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix
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2026 Catalunya MotoGP test LIVE: Acosta fastest, Martin crash brings out red flag
Live updates from the official MotoGP test day at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya
KEY MOMENTS
- Test is underway
- Brief red flag in hour two for Martin crash
- Alex Marquez, Johann Zarco and Fabio Di Giannantonio are absent
- Final chance to test developments for 1000cc machines
The MotoGP paddock remains at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on Monday for the second of four in-season test days this season.
Catalan Grand Prix winner Fabio Di Giannantonio will sit out today's test to continue recovering from a hand injury he sustained in the terrifying crash involving Alex Marquez and Pedro Acosta on Sunday.
The test runs from 10am local time until 6pm, with it marking the final opportunity for brands to bring new developments to their 1000cc bikes before focus shifts to their 2027 machinery.
Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi says he hopes to use this test to understand why he wasn't fast during the Catalan Grand Prix weekend and find something to improve his speed in fast corners.
Though there will be more grip on the circuit from the weekend's action, Barcelona is an ideal test venue given the asphalt's overall lack of adhesion.
18 May 2026
16:19
Ogura takes the blame for Acosta clash
Ai Ogura calls Pedro Acosta MotoGP collision a “stupid move”
Ai Ogura, 2026 Catalunya MotoGP.
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16:09
Catalunya MotoGP Test: Final Results
2026 Official Catalunya MotoGP Test - Results (Final)
Pedro Acosta, 2026 Catalunya MotoGP.
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15:21
Luca Marini reminded of his own Suzuka incident
Luca Marini: Suzuka “flashback” after Johann Zarco’s Catalunya MotoGP accident
Luca Marini calls for medical assistance for Johann Zarco, 2026 Catalunya MotoGP.
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15:04
There are still no bikes on track at Barcelona.
In the meantime, why not check out our video podcast talking about yesterday's race.
14:46
Johann Zarco returns home as LCR gives fresh update after MotoGP crash
Johann Zarco has left hospital following his crash on Sunday at the Catalan Grand Prix
Johann Zarco returns home as LCR gives fresh update after MotoGP crash
Johann Zarco, LCR Honda, 2026 Catalan MotoGP
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14:12
Marco Bezzecchi's worst weekend ends with increased title lead
Marco Bezzecchi “stuck” during “complicated” Catalunya MotoGP weekend
Marco Bezzecchi, 2026 Catalunya MotoGP.
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14:03
Fabio Quartararo “had goosebumps” passing Alex Marquez MotoGP crash scene
Fabio Quartararo says it was tough to restart the Catalan Grand Prix
Fabio Quartararo “had goosebumps” passing Alex Marquez MotoGP crash scene
Aftermath of Alex Marquez crash at the 2026 Catalan Grand Prix
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13:50
Jorge Martin update
Jorge Martin was taken to hospital for checks after a crash in testing at Barcelona on Monday, but has been cleared of any fractures.
Jorge Martin taken to hospital after crash in Catalunya MotoGP test
Jorge Martin, 2026 Catalan MotoGP.
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13:37
Looks like Ducati has also decided it's work is done for the day.
13:27
KTM has now confirmed it has finished with its test now.
Still over three and a half hours to go, but track is drying very slowly.
13:15
There have been no bikes on track so far this session.
12:32
Aprilia has called it a day.
12:31
Pecco Bagnaia talks "intense" Sunday in Catalunya
Pecco Bagnaia podium at “intense” Catalunya MotoGP, Zarco aftermath “tough to see”
Luca Marini, Pecco Bagnaia help Johann Zarco after Turn 1 crash, 2026 Catalan MotoGP.
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12:20
Session two has gone green, but nobody is heading out.
The rain is really heavy, and with not much to gain, it's unlikely we'll see too much running for the rest of the day.
12:12
Results: End of Session 1
2026 Official Catalunya MotoGP Test - Results (1pm)
Pedro Acostam 2026 Catalunya MotoGP.
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12:03
It's also started raining at the track, so that could well be test over for most of conditions don't improve.
12:00
The first session of the day has come to an end with Pedro Acosta leading the way for KTM on a 1m38.767s.
11:54
Jorge Martin taken to hospital after crash in Catalunya MotoGP test
Jorge Martin is on his way to hospital for checks after a crash in testing at Barcelona on Monday
Jorge Martin taken to hospital after crash in Catalunya MotoGP test
Jorge Martin, Aprilia Racing, 2026 Catalan MotoGP
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11:34
Gresini gives positive Alex Marquez update after shocking Catalunya MotoGP crash
Some very good news from Gresini this morning about Alex Marquez.
Gresini gives positive Alex Marquez update after shocking Catalunya MotoGP crash
Alex Marquez, Gresini Ducati, 2026 Catalan MotoGP
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11:30
12pm Results
2026 Official Catalunya MotoGP Test - Results (12pm)
Fabio Quartararo, 2026 Catalan MotoGP.
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11:00
Hour two has come to an end at Barcelona and Fabio Quartararo leads the way with a 1m38.831s.
Full results to follow...
10:49
Martin in medical centre
According to Spanish journalist German Garcia Casanova, Jorge Martin has been taken to the medical centre in an ambulance.
Aprilia is yet to officially comment.
10:42
Green flag
The session has resumed. No word yet on Martin.
10:34
Reports suggest it's a crash for Jorge Martin.