Marco Bezzecchi wins 2026 MotoGP Grand Prix of America, a hat-trick victory!

Aprilia Racing rider Marco Bezzecchi delivered a dominant performance, securing victory at the 2026 MotoGP of the Americas held at the Circuit of the Americas on Sunday, March 29, 2026, local time.

Bezzecchi confirmed himself as the fastest after recording a time of 40 minutes and 50.653 seconds. He achieved his first podium finish after starting the race from second position.

This win extends the positive trend for the Italian rider. Previously, he also secured victories at the Thailand GP and Brazil GP, establishing him as one of the most consistent riders in the early part of the 2026 season.

In second place, his Aprilia Racing teammate Jorge Martin delivered a solid performance. Meanwhile, Red Bull KTM Factory Racing rider Pedro Acosta occupied the third podium spot.

Meanwhile, reigning champion Marc Marquez from the Ducati Lenovo Team had to settle for fifth place. He finished behind Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team rider Fabio Di Giannantonio, who took fourth position.

Intense Duel from the Opening Lap

The race was tight from the start. Bezzecchi immediately showed his aggression by overtaking Di Giannantonio, who started from pole position, on the first lap.

The competition heated up when Pedro Acosta managed to seize the lead. However, Bezzecchi responded quickly and regained the race lead.

After that, he remained consistent to the finish line without significant errors, securing his third consecutive victory this season.

Full Results of the 2026 MotoGP of the Americas

1. Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) – 40:50.653
2. Jorge Martin (Aprilia Racing) – +2.036
3. Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – +4.497
4. Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46) – +6.972
5. Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) – +8.100
6. Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech3) – +8.243
7. Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini) – +11.253
8. Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP) – +13.129
9. Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol) – +14.544
10. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) – +14.544
11. Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini) – +21.063
12. Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) – +22.062
13. Diogo Moreira (Pro Honda LCR) – +22.201
14. Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46) – +24.371
15. Toprak Razgatlioglu (Prima Pramac Yamaha) – +25.549
16. Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha) – +26.309
17. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha) – +27.136
18. Alex Rins (Monster Energy Yamaha) – +38.701

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