Marc Marquez (Ducati-Gresini) dominated the Aragon MotoGP Grand Prix on September 1, 2024, securing his first victory since October 2021 and ending a 1,043-day drought. The six-time world champion led from start to finish, crossing the line over 5 seconds ahead of Jorge Martin (Ducati-Pramac).’It was a great day,’ Marquez said. ‘I’m thrilled to be back on the top step of the podium, and I’m looking forward to continuing this momentum in the upcoming races.’ The victory marked a significant comeback for the 31-year-old Spaniard, who had been struggling with injuries and form since a severe crash in 2020. Marquez’s win, his 60th in MotoGP, completed a perfect weekend that included pole position and victory in Saturday’s Sprint race.Jorge Martin’s second-place finish, combined with Francesco Bagnaia’s crash, resulted in a major shake-up in the championship standings. Martin now leads the championship with 299 points, holding a 23-point advantage over Bagnaia.Bagnaia, who started the weekend as the championship leader, crashed out of the race after a collision with Alex Marquez in the final laps. The incident left Bagnaia requiring medical attention, though initial examinations suggested no serious injuries.Pedro Acosta (GasGas-Tech3), a 20-year-old Spanish prodigy, completed the podium in third place. The all-Spanish podium highlighted the dominance of Spanish riders in this race.The next round of the MotoGP World Championship is scheduled for September 6-8 in Misano, San Marino. With Marquez’s return to form and the tight championship battle between Martin and Bagnaia, the season promises more excitement in the coming races.
Key points
- Marc Marquez won the Aragon MotoGP, his first victory in 1,043 days.
- Jorge Martin finished second and took the championship lead with a 23-point advantage over Francesco Bagnaia.
- Bagnaia crashed out after a collision with Alex Marquez, losing his championship lead.
- Pedro Acosta secured third place, completing an all-Spanish podium.
