Marquez Tops Brno FP1 Despite Late Turn 7 Crash

Marc Marquez fired an early warning shot at Brno, topping FP1 for the Czech Grand Prix despite a late crash at Turn 7. The reigning champion had insisted on Thursday his goal was simply to reduce his margin from the similarly flowing Mugello circuit. Instead he established control from the start. Acosta, Vinales and Moreira also crashed in the session. Marquez kept the same tyres throughout while his closest rivals fitted fresh rubber late on.

Not the Devices” Marc Marquez Blames Paddock Data for First-Corner Chaos

Marc Marquez believes MotoGP's escalating first-corner safety issue stems from the sheer volume of starts riders execute rather than lowering devices. Speaking ahead of the Czech Grand Prix at Brno, the Ducati Lenovo rider explained that with multiple practice starts, Sprints, and main events, riders dial in extreme, zero-margin braking points early, leaving absolutely no buffer to react to tiny errors in dense traffic. 

Former Team Boss Voices Concern Over Brad Binder’s 2027 Move

A former WorldSBK team boss has expressed concern regarding Brad Binder’s potential transition to the production-based series for 2027. He warned that the South African's signature, ultra-aggressive MotoGP riding style relying heavily on stiff prototype chassis dynamics and aggressive backing-in might not translate well to the higher flexibility and distinct tire behavior of a WorldSBK machine, leading to adaptation struggles.

Pirelli Rejects Marquez Tyre Claim Ahead of MotoGP 2027 Role

Pirelli has confirmed it will not build a tyre around Marc Marquez ahead of becoming MotoGP’s sole tyre supplier from 2027. Pirelli director Piero Barbier said the intention is not to make a Marquez tyre and that it is simply not their style or way of working. Only five contracted 2027 riders can test the new Pirelli at Brno on June 22. Marquez, Bezzecchi, Aldeguer, Toprak and Moreira get first access. KTM has no contracted 2027 rider available for the test.

MotoGP Wildcards Banned from 2027 Season by Grand Prix Commission

The Grand Prix Commission has confirmed wildcards will be banned from MotoGP from 2027 onwards, applying to all manufacturers regardless of concessions ranking. Wildcards will continue in Moto2 and Moto3. An immediate ban also covers 2026 wildcards from running 850cc prototype machinery this season. The move ends a long-standing tradition that gave test riders and returning riders a route back onto the MotoGP grid.

MotoGP Concorde Agreement Signed for 2027 to 2031 Era

MotoGP’s new Concorde Agreement has been approved by both manufacturers and independent teams, binding all parties from 2027 through to the end of 2031 with an option to extend until 2036. Both sides will formally ratify the deal at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno. The deal ends months of fractious negotiations and clears the road for the 850cc era. A fixed annual fee structure was retained after a percentage revenue share was rejected by the promoter.

Fabio Di Giannantonio Undergoes Successful Surgery 

Pertamina Enduro VR46 rider Fabio Di Giannantonio has undergone a successful minor medical procedure in Rome to fully correct a lingering finger injury sustained during the Catalan Grand Prix. The Italian had been riding through intense pain, which worsened after he was collected in Sunday's Turn 1 pile-up at Balaton Park. Di Giannantonio is expected to make a full recovery for Brno. 

Aragon Named Official MotoGP Reserve Circuit From 2028 Through 2031

Dorna and regional officials have finalized a new five-year agreement keeping MotorLand Aragon on the calendar for the 2027 season before the Spanish venue transitions into MotoGP's official backup track from 2028 through 2031. The deal guarantees the popular Alcañiz circuit remains fully race-ready to step in if any international or newly planned events fall off the increasingly crowded schedule. 

Marc Marquez Balaton Park Victory Seals Century Milestone for Factory Ducati

The factory Ducati Lenovo Team has celebrated a massive milestone after Marc Marquez's strategic masterclass at Balaton Park secured the squad's 100th premier-class victory. Marquez's flawless performance in Hungary not only handed him his own historic 100th career Grand Prix win across all classes, but it also officially cemented Ducati’s place in the record books as a true powerhouse of modern MotoGP racing. 

Jack Miller Delivers Best Ride Of The Season In Hungary

Jack Miller secured a direct Q2 spot and capitalised on opening-lap chaos to finish in the top five at the Hungarian Grand Prix. The stellar performance marked the single most competitive race weekend for the new Prima Pramac Yamaha partnership so far this season. Miller kept his machine inside the leading group early on, showing major development progress.