Marc Marquez said a loose and degrading track surface cost him a MotoGP podium during the Brazil Grand Prix after a late race mistake dropped him down the order. The Ducati rider had been fighting inside the leading group but struggled for grip in the closing laps as conditions worsened at the Goiania circuit.

The Brazil MotoGP main race lap distance was reduced shortly before the start after officials raised concerns about track surface degradation at Goiania. Heavy rain earlier in the week damaged sections of the circuit following MotoGP return to Brazil after 22 years. Organisers chose to shorten the race to ensure rider safety.

Marco Bezzecchi secured victory at the Brazilian Grand Prix, delivering a strong race performance to take the top step. Jorge Martin finished second while Fabio Di Giannantonio completed the podium in third. The result marks a competitive outing with multiple riders showing consistent pace across the race. 

Toprak Razgatlioglu admitted he found Yamaha’s V4 machine almost impossible to ride during the Brazil MotoGP Sprint after grip problems and instability ruined his race. The Pramac rider had impressed on Friday by finishing third in practice and reaching Q2 for the first time. He struggled badly in race trim and dropped out of contention.

Jorge Martin said Aprilia remains close to Ducati ahead of the Brazil MotoGP round despite the Italian factory winning recent races. The Spaniard believes his team is only one step behind in overall performance. Martin expects a tougher fight at Goiania due to Ducati strength on long straights but remains confident about podium potential.

Fabio Quartararo delivered a strong Sprint performance at the Brazil MotoGP round despite Yamaha lacking top speed. The French rider said he lost around 12 kilometres per hour on the straight but made gains under braking and through corners. Quartararo fought inside the lead group early and secured Yamaha’s best Sprint result of the season.