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(00:00:00) Phillip Island, One More Time - AustralianGP Preview (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:01:21) The Bittersweet Return to Phillip Island (00:05:30) Phillip Island's Racing Legacy (00:14:13) Favorites and Contenders for the Australian GP (00:28:40) Riders on the Hot Seat (00:32:33) Predictions for the Australian GP (00:37:11) Closing Remarks and Call to Action We get one last round at one of the great MotoGP circuits - and it could make a huge difference in the Championship. Who will win - Marc, Martin, Bezz, or...someone else? I preview the AustralianGP, and make picks for the race! The Rundown: - Phillip Island! My preview of Round 18 of the MotoGP World Championship - The Track - the disappointing end of the road for an icon - Phillip Island - some of the greatest races of the MotoGP era - The Favorites - the title contenders square off again - The Watch List - a trio of trending riders - The Hot Seat - with a two-time champ and a hometown hero - The Picks! For both the Sprint and MotoGP races Who do you think will win Phillip Island? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Mandalika is a Draw, but the Title Race Gets More Complicated (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek Podcast (00:00:12) Mandalika Drama Unfolds (00:02:27) Qualifying: Setting the Stage for Drama (00:03:46) The Championship Battle Begins (00:08:28) Sprint Race Chaos (00:19:05) Tire Pressure Rule Controversy (00:28:04) Sunday's MotoGP Race Unfolds (00:32:27) Marco Bezzecchi's Victory and Aprilia's Dilemma (00:33:36) Aprilia's Championship Conundrum (00:34:42) Martin vs Marquez: A Close Call Marc Marquez and Jorge Martin battle to a draw in Indonesia - but the riders not in contention are playing a bigger part in the championship. I talk about how the title race just got way more complex - simply because of who won Sunday. Get ready for the Mandalika Post-Race Show! The Rundown: - The IndonesianGP! My Recap of Round 17 of the MotoGP Championship - Qualifying: Ogura makes it through, Marc plays head games - Sprint Race: Marc uses his experience, Martin makes a mistake - The Tire Pressure Rule is less than ideal - MotoGP Race: An Aprilia wins. Which is not good for another Aprilia - Bezz and Fernandez make fantastic comebacks - Martin - Good enough, or not?  - The Tire Pressure Rule is less than ideal, Pt. 2 - The MotoGP Championship race - Aprilia has a situation - My take on the IndonesianGP What did you think of Mandalika? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

(00:00:00) The Championship Drama Moves to Mandalika! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:12) Marc Marquez's Missed Opportunity (00:05:25) The Mandalika Circuit: A Technical Challenge (00:08:48) Favorites: Martin and Marquez Clash (00:17:03) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:22:32) The Hot Seat: Riders in Need of Performance (00:28:27) Picks for Mandalika (00:33:33) Closing Remarks and Call to Action (00:34:27) Subscribe and Support Marc Marquez comes to possibly his worst track needing a big performance to keep the pressure on Jorge Martin at a critical time in the MotoGP title race. Who will come out on top in Mandalika - Marc, Martin, or someone else? I preview the IndonesianGP! The Rundown: - Mandalika - my preview of Round 17 of the MotoGP World Championship - The circuit - flat and varied, with a great atmosphere - The Favorites - the Marc & Martin battle continues, but there could be a surprise challenger - The Watch List - with a pair of riders trying to regain momentum - The Hot Seat - including a rookie on the verge of a factory ride - The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP races Who do you think will win in Lombok? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Marc Masters Motegi - the Championship is down to Two (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek Podcast (00:00:07) Setting the Stage for Motegi (00:02:13) Qualifying Surprises at Motegi (00:05:38) Sprint Race Drama and Controversy (00:10:56) Marquez's Dominant Performance (00:11:53) Moreira's Breakthrough and Martin's Mistake (00:16:28) Bastianini's Tactical Error (00:22:04) Sunday's MotoGP Race: A Chess Match (00:31:01) Championship Battle Intensifies (00:32:43) The Math Doesn't Add Up Marc Marquez evens the score with Jorge Martin and Aprilia in Japan - does anyone still have a chance against the top two? I break down the MotoGP action in Motegi, review the Championship picture, and give my take on the JapaneseGP! The Rundown: - Qualifying - Aprilia and Ducati dual for the top spot - The Sprint - One Marquez pinballs the field, the other takes off - Big mistakes on the last lap. bigger problems with the tires - MotoGP - great strategy makes the tires work - Bezz is just a little behind, while Bestia steps up - The MotoGP Championship pictire - are we down to two riders? - My take on Motegi What did you think of Motegi? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

(00:00:00) Can Marc Make another Move at Motegi? JapaneseGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek Podcast (00:00:12) The Hiatus and Return (00:01:44) Misano and Red Bull Ring Recap (00:03:27) Website and Social Media Promotion (00:04:02) Patreon Support (00:05:02) MotoGP News and Controversy (00:06:50) Misano Race Analysis (00:12:21) Championship Battle and Rider Performances (00:16:12) Motegi Track Overview (00:19:03) Rider Categories and Analysis After an epic 102 point comeback, Marc Marquez quickly lost the Championship lead again in Austria. Can he come storming back in Japan, or will Jorge Martin extend his narrow lead? I preview the JapaneseGP!  The Rundown: - Where was I? - One-Bike Rule - Recap of Misano and Austria - Motegi! My Preview of Round 16 of the MotoGP World Championship - The Favorites - Marc and Martin set to do battle again - The Watch List - don't forget about Bezz. Or the home-town favorite. Or the underachiever - The Hot Seat - going to SBK doesn't mean you can't still go after it in MotoGP - The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP races Who do you think will win in Motegi? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Marc Comes up Big - The Title Race is On! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek Podcast (00:00:17) Setting the Stage for Aragon (00:03:15) Qualifying Showdown: Ducati vs Aprilia (00:07:10) Sprint Race Strategy and Results (00:22:02) Sunday's Main Event: Marquez vs Bizzocchi (00:31:36) Other Notable Riders' Performances (00:40:38) Championship Implications and Closing Thoughts (00:41:54) MotoGP Championship Shakeup (00:42:58) The Contenders and Challengers (00:44:59) Aragon GP Reflections Marc Marquez needed a good weekend - he got a good weekend. I break down all of the action in Aragon, including the ongoing Aprilia-Ducati battle, discuss the Championship picture, and give my take on the AragonGP! The Rundown: - We get a surprise digital rendering of Adelaide - Qualifying - Aprilia-Ducati is a thing. But Marc-Bezz is a bigger thing - Sprint Race - Experience makes the difference, and the Marquez brothers are back in business - MotoGP Race - Marc spots the field to make it interesting - Marc's lap times are nuts - Pedro Acosta is really good - Don't Discount Bezzecchi's weekend - Diogo Moreira should be a Honda factory rider - Jack Miller and Enea Bastianini step it up - The Championship Picture - we've got a real battle on our hands. Who are the true contenders? - My take on the AragonGP What did you think of Aragon? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Can Marc Make a Comeback? Aragon Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:11) Host's Health and Upcoming Topics (00:00:53) Trackhouse and Tech3's Rider Announcements (00:04:40) Aragon Circuit Overview (00:08:47) Favorites: Martin, Marquez, and Acosta (00:16:59) Watch List: Bizzocchi, Alex Marquez, and Fernandez (00:24:50) Riders Under Pressure: Dalla Porta, Bagnaia, and Bastianini (00:30:41) Predictions for Sprint and Race (00:34:47) Closing Remarks and Future Episodes (00:35:36) Subscribe and Follow MotoWeek Aprilia dominated Silverstone, now MotoGP heads to one of Marc Marquez's best tracks. Will Marc take the fight back to Aprilia at Aragon? I preview the AragonGP, and make picks for the race! The Rundown: - There is a Silly Season show coming - really! - Aragon! My preview of Round 13 of the 2026 MotoGP Championship - The Track - dramatic, fast, and fun - The Favorites - Marc takes on Aprilia, but there is a potential wild card in the mix - The Watch List - Ai Ogura is out, but there are some other potential surprises in store - The Hot Seat - not just the usual suspects - Picks! For the Sprint and the MotoGP race Who do you think will win in Aragon? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Martin Makes His Move - Should Marc be Worried? Silverstone Recap! (00:00:01) Welcome to the MotorWeek Podcast (00:00:30) Unexpected Hiatus and Upcoming Topics (00:02:47) Raoul Fernández Signs with Aprilia (00:06:39) Maverick Viñales' Absence and KTM Drama (00:12:39) Saturday's Sprint Race at Silverstone (00:25:33) Sunday's MotoGP Race at Silverstone (00:35:29) Rider Performance Analysis (00:36:33) Pedro Acosta's Dominance on KTMs (00:38:06) Marquez's Struggles at Silverstone (00:40:30) Luca Marini's Impending Move The second half of the MotoGP season starts with surprises, as Aprilia take control of the BritishGP and the Championship. I recap all of the action in Silverstone, break down the Maverick Vinales situation, the Raul Fernandez signing, and more! The Rundown: - MotoGP News: - Raul Fernandez finally gets his Trackhouse contract - Maverick Vinales is out - is he coming back? - Silverstone: - Qualifying - Aprilia throw down the gauntlet - Sprint Race: Martin is back on Saturday, Trackhouse continues to impress - MotoGP Race: mistakes on the front row, while Fern uses the perfect strategy - What happened with Marc? And should he be worried? - The Tire Pressure Rule strikes again. In an even stranger way - The Championship picture - Jorge Martin is looking good, but for how long? - My take on the BritishGP What did you think of Silverstone? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) The MotoGP Title Race Heats Up in Germany - Can Anyone Stop Marc? (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Podcast (00:00:48) Marco Bezzecchi's Misfortune (00:08:37) Sprint Race Dominance by Marquez Brothers (00:14:32) Ogura's Impressive Performance (00:16:38) Martin's Struggles and Championship Implications (00:21:18) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Marquez's Triumph (00:28:10) Ogura's Career Trajectory and Trackhouse's Success (00:35:35) KTM's Rider Lineup Concerns (00:43:45) Championship Standings After Germany (00:43:52) A Tight Race for the Top Spot Marc Marquez has officially entered the MotoGP Championship battle, and Trackhouse has followed him through the door. I recap a wild weekend of Sachsenring surprises, review the wide-open race for the MotoGP title - and give you my take on the GermanGP as we head into the summer break! The Rundown: - Sachsenring! My recap of Round 11 of the MotoGP World Championship - Qualifying - Disaster for Aprilia, while Ducati steps up - Can Marco Bezzecchi's luck get any worse? - The Sprint - Every Marquez takes part in the fun - The MotoGP race - 1-2 in the race could soon be 1-2 in the Championship - Why Ai Ogura is taking a huge risk going to Yamaha - Maverick Vinales needs to use the 'Martin method' if he wants to criticize his team - The Championship Picture - we've got ourselves a proper shootout - My take on the GermanGP! What did you think of Sachsenring? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Can Marc Build Momentum Into the Summer Break? Sachsenring Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek (00:00:11) Setting the Stage for Saxon Ring (00:01:08) The Silly Season Unfolds (00:03:33) Saxon Ring: A Crucial Race (00:05:39) Support MotorWeek (00:06:45) The Saxon Ring Track Overview (00:10:57) Favorites: Martin, Bagnaia, and Marquez (00:18:29) Watch List: Riders to Watch (00:25:37) Riders on the Hot Seat (00:32:53) Picks for the Weekend Aprilia is trying to regain consistency, multple riders are closing in on the championship lead - and everyone is hoping to hold off Marc Marquez at one of his best tracks. Could Sachsenring be the most important race of the year? I preview the GermanGP! The Rundown: - Silly Season is...Silly! I list all of the latest announcements and signings - Sachsenring! My preview of Round 11 of the season - the GermanGP - The Favorites - this is Marc's playground. Can the Factory Aprilias keep up? - The Watch List - new players on the Championship scene - The Hot Seat - three riders in totally different situations - The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP races Who do you think will win in Germany? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

Trackhouse has their best weekend ever - dominating a wild round that had major implications in the Title race. I recap all of the MotoGP action from Assen, break down the Championship race, and give my take on the DutchGP. Or DutchTT. Your choice.  The Rundown: - Qualifying - Aprilia lets Ducati know they mean business - The Sprint Race: Factory Aprilia gets off to a good start - then Trackhouse comes roaring through - Diggia breaks up the podium for Ducati - The Factory Ducati riders lag behind - MotoGP Race: Ogura gets tired of being runner-up - Trackhouse blasts through the weekend - Bezz has a big wreck - The Marquez brothers finish next to each other - just not where you would expect - MotoGP championship picture - things just got REALLY interesting - and the favorites aren't necessarily who you think they are - My take on Assen - fast, wild, and exciting What did you think of Assen? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

The MotoGP Team-Sport-Manufaturer contract has been signed, and it is officially Silly Season time! I discuss high-profile signings of Marquez, Acosta, and Bagnaia, then preview the DutchTT in Assen! The Rundown: - The MotoGP-not-a-Concorde-Agreement has been signed - time for Silly Season to start - Marc Marquez - two more years at Ducati - can he add to his legend? - Pedro Acosta - Ducati scores the biggest prize of Silly Season - Pecco Bagnaia - extra-long deal makes Aprilia...the VR46 Factory Team? - A spec Moto3 Class? Yamaha taking over in 2028, and their MotoGP team will benefit - Assen! My Preview of the DutchTT - The Favorites - Ducati is surging - The Watch List - Is Aprilia regrouping? - The Hot Seat - KTM riders (mostly) looking for a ride - The Picks! For the DutchTT Sprint and MotoGP race Who do you think will win in Assen? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Bezz' Brno Blunder, Marc is on the Move! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotorWeek Post-Race Show (00:00:22) Setting the Stage for Czech GP Analysis (00:00:58) Visit MotorWeek.net for Latest Episodes (00:01:51) Rule Changes and Race Weekend Preview (00:04:34) Qualifying and Sprint Race Highlights (00:06:25) Marco Bezzecchi's Controversial Incident (00:13:16) The Importance of Race Suspension (00:21:36) Saturday's Sprint Race Recap (00:31:27) Sunday's MotoGP Race: Ducati Dominance (00:31:45) Iker Lecuona's Impressive Debut Just as Marc Marquez is going back into domination-mode, Aprilia competely falls apart -and Marco Bezzecchi...who know what he was thinking. I recap all of the MotoGP surprises in Brno, discuss the super-close championship picture, and give you my take on the CzechGP! The Rundown: - MotoGP News: Rule Changes for Assen and Sachsenring - my short-version take - Brno! My recap of Round 9 of the MotoGP Championship. the CzechGP - Qualifying - Martin in Q1, while Ogura actually figures things out - The Sprint: Pecco was the surprise during the race. Not after! - Marco Bezzecchi - why, man...why? My lengthy breakdown of the incident and the penalty - with a MotoGP history lesson thrown in - The MotoGP Race: How does Marc do it, really? - Ai Ogura easily has his best MotoGP round - The Championship Picture - Aprilia continues to stumble - and the competition is closing in - My take on the CzechGP What did you think of Brno? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Brno, and the Shifting Silly Season Market - CzechGP Preview! (00:00:01) Welcome to MotoWeek (00:00:17) The Shifting Landscape of MotoGP Silly Season (00:03:20) The Importance of Brno Circuit (00:06:47) Favorites: The Top Contenders (00:14:16) Watch List: Riders on the Rise (00:21:36) Riders on the Hot Seat (00:31:08) The Case for Diogo Moreira (00:38:26) Predictions for Brno GP (00:38:29) The Challenges of Predicting MotoGP Outcomes (00:39:19) Sprint Race Predictions What happens when teams get time to think about Silly Season? They start to change their minds. I talk about who is desperately looking for a ride, and why Brno may be critical for several MotoGP veterans. Plus - my full preview and picks for the CzechGP! The Rundown: - Silly Season drama is back! Multiple veterans still looking for a ride - Brno! MY Preview of Round 9 of the MotoGP Championship - The Favorites - Marc isn't promising anything, but will he dominate again? - The Watch List - Martin's penalty comes at an unfortunate time - The Hot Seat - three riders that are racing for their place on the 2027 grid - with a surprise. - The Picks! For the Sprint and the CzechGP Who do you think will win in Brno? Let me know! Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!

(00:00:00) Aprilia Meltdown, Marc Magic: A Wild HungarianGP! (00:00:01) Welcome to the MotorWeek Podcast (00:00:07) Marquez's Impressive Comeback (00:02:42) Qualifying and Sprint Race Overview (00:06:53) Analyzing Marquez's Performance (00:10:30) Other Notable Riders' Performances (00:18:17) Sunday's MotoGP Race (00:19:05) The Turn One Crash (00:25:07) Marquez vs. Acosta Battle (00:31:47) Post-Race Analysis and Championship Standings (00:32:13) Pedro Acosta's Impressive Performance Aprilia completely implodes, while Marquez...only adds to the Marc mystique. I recap all of the MotoGP action - and craziness - at Balaton Park, and talk about how it affects the MotoGP Championship!  The Rundown: - Balaton Park! My Recap of an eventful HungarianGP - Qualifying: Marc says he's good for one lap. That may not have been totally truthful - Sprint: Marc is back, and Acosta does what he can - Ducati looks better than Aprilia. Well...at least Marc does - MotoGP Race: Hey, Jorge - look out for those Apri--- oops, oh well... - The Martin wreck - that was...not ideal - Marquez-Acosta - did that short battle give Marc the extra motivation he needed? - Pecco was a bit lucky - but who cares when you get a trophy? - Morbidelli and Binder need to explain themselves. - The Championship picture: and, just like that, Marc gets a lifeline - My take on the HungarianGP: where were the fans? What did you think of Balaton Park? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub. Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon! Thanks for listening!