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New track, new country - but will it still be the same result? MotoGP races for the first time ever at Balaton Park - I try to figure out if anyone can take advantage to challenge Marc Marquez. Plus - a big Silly Season rumor, and my picks for the return of the HungarianGP!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Has Diogo Moreira made his decision? Yamaha, or Honda?- Hungary! I preview the first HungarianGP in over 20 years- Balaton Park - a technical, hard braking change of pace- The Favorites - Marc is the man, but he could have a new challenger- The Watch List - what is up with Pecco? And a pair of young riders on the rise- The Hot Seat - Opportinity awaits at a different-style track- The Picks! For the Sprint, and the MotoGP RaceWho do you think will win the HungarianGP? 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!

Marc Marquez dominates, but Fermin Aldeguer steals the show! I break down the MotoGP action from Marc's first Red Bull Ring victory, including the surprise performances - both good and bad. Plus - I predict when the title will be decided!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Bezz turns things around in a big way, with an assist from The Doctor- The Sprint Race: Disaster for Pecco, KTM looks good, the Marquez brothers look great- The MotoGP Race: Have you heard? Marc won his first MotoGP race at the Red Bull Ring!- Fermin Aldeguer steals the spotlight with a late charge- Should Marc be worried? (spoiler alert: no)- Bezz contines to prove Aprilia is making major progress- Acosta keeps the youth movement building toward the future- Pecco needs a major reset in focus and approach- The MotoGP Championship - I predict when it will be official- My take on the Red Bull RingWhat did you think of the AustrianGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Bluesky an

Let's get racing again! The Summer Break is over, and it's time to see if anyone can challenge Marc Marquez the second half of the season. I discuss rumors about Yamaha and Honda shopping for a Moto2 star, and preview the AustrianGP at the Red Bull Ring!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Did Jorge Martin make his decision at the perfect time?- Is Jack Miller going from being in jeopardy to a promotion?- Honda and Yamaha may be fighting over the same Moto2 rider- Free streaming service in the U.S. - Liberty makes their first move- The Red Bull Ring! My Preview of the AustrianGP:- The Favorites - is this the weekend for Pecco?- The Watch List - where is the ceiling for Jorge Martin?- The Hot Seat - Alex Rins is suddenly looking over his shoulder- The Picks! For the Sprint, and the MotoGP raceWho do you think will win the AustrianGP? 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 lis

Marc continues to dominate, Martin makes a big decision, and I have to talk about...tire pressure rules. Again. I break down the MotoGP action and podium surprises in Brno, and give my opinion of the CzechGP!The Rundown:- Jorge Martin decides his future - what are the implications?- Brno! My Recap of the CzechGP:- Qualifying: Pecco's comeback, Marc's bad luck- The Sprint: Here we go with the tire-pressure rule, again...- KTM shows up big in the Sprint- The MotoGP Race: Another round, another double-win for Marc- Bezzecchi shows everyone (including Martin) once again how good the RS-GP is- Pedro Acosta and the KTM finally get along- Pecco fades, Alex falters- Jorge Martin's return promises big things- The MotoGP Championship Picture- My Take on Brno!What did you think of the CzechGP? 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 CzechGP is back, Jorge Martin is back, Silly Season is heating up - the stage is set for drama in Brno! I preview the weekend, discuss the return of the Champ, the Moto2 rider stirring up the pacddock, then make picks for the CzechGP!The Rundown:- Brno is back! Why this previously forgotten track is actually really cool- MotoGP Silly Season News - Diogo is in Demand- CzechGP Preview:- The Track - fast, flowing and senic- The Favorites - does Marc have an even bigger advantage?- The Watch List - Jorge Martin returns- The Hot Seat - last chance for the Pramac riders- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP raceWho do you think will win the CzechGP? 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! 

Nothing was capable of stopping Marc Marquez in Germany. Not even Marc Marquez. But while Marc was dominating, half the field was exploring the area's finest gravel traps. I recap a wild weekend of wrecks and surprises at Sachaenring!The Rundown- Qualifying: wet, wild, and with a pair of big wrecks- Sprint: Marc spots the field a few spots, and still shows them how it's done- Aprilia and Yamaha show that they can compete on a level playing field- The MotoGP Race: Marc is Marc. Everyone else wrecks- Nobody wanted to keep second place- The podium we've come to expect was also the unlikely one- Jack Miller, Fabio Quartararo up their game- The MotoGP Championship picture - the math is looking good. For just one rider- My Take on SachsenringWhat did you think of the GermanGP? 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!

Marc. Sachsenring. I think we all know how this is likely to end up. I try to figure out if anyone has a chance against Marquez in the GermanGP. Plus - things are set for a Jorge Martin return, but how will it actually go? I talk MotoGP news, along with my preview and picks for Germany!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Jorge Martin test session - he rode the bike, but what was the real story?- Martin set to return at Brno - hopefully the expectations will be realistic- Sachsenring! My preview of the GermanGP:- The Favorites - can anyone match Marc's legendary dominance here?- The Watch list - who can take Alex Marquez' place while he isn't 100%?- The Hot Seat - The Pramac battle has reached a turning point- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the GermanGP? 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!

Marc Marquez survives multiple challenges at the DutchGP, Alex suffers a huge setback, and Jorge Martin tries to nuke his Aprilia contract: I recap all of the MotoGP action in Assen, which featured as much drama off-track as we saw on it.The Rundown:- Jorge Martin's agent says he can do what he wants. I tell you why that isn't going to work out the way they think it will- My recap of the DutchGP in Assen:- Qualifying - Pecco puts up a fight, Quartararo again steals the show- Sprint Race - Marc holds back his brother, while Bezz makes me look good for once- MotoGP Race - One Marquez is on top of the world, the other is at the bottom- Riders Purposely Not Challenging Marc? Clickbait headlines  - Marco Bezzecchi proves again that Aprilia can be fast- Breakdown of the avoidable Acosta-Alex Marquez incident- KTM Has a good race. Pramac REALLY does not- The MotoGP Championship Picture: how big is Alex's injury?- My Take on AssenWhat did you think of the DutchGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Fi

MotoGP hits the Cathedral of Speed, but can Pecco rebound from Mugello? I preview the DutchTT, discuss the Liberty Media takeover, and make picks for Assen!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Liberty Media approved to buy Dorna - can they take the sport to the next level?- Assen! My Preview of the DutchTT- The Favorites - can Pecco come back from Italy?- The Watch List - Aprilia's hidden speed, last week's surprise rider- The Hot Seat - The competition at Pramac takes centerstage- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the DutchGP? 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!

Pecco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez lit up Mugello with a fierce five-lap showdown full of contact, aggression, and crowd-roaring drama - but what happened to Pecco at the end? I recap the ItalianGP, and try to figure out if Bagnaia's title hopes are finished.The Rundown:- Qualifying - Marc and Pecco trade record-breaking laps in a tense standoff- Sprint - Marc messes up, but stays focused- Alex is still faster than anyone thought he would be, while Pecco has to settle- The MotoGP Race: 5 laps of complete awesomeness- Marc Marquez turns in a massive statement performance- The Italian on the podium isn't the one the crowd was hoping for- Did Bagnaia give up at the end?- Aprilia is faster than they look- The MotoGP Championship - Is Pecco done? I do some early-season math- My take on MugelloWhat did you think of the ItalianGP? 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 listeni

Toprak is making the jump to MotoGP, Yamaha tests a V4, and Pecco finally has the upper hand – or does he? I break down a busy Aragon test, Yamaha's big Silly Season move, and preview the ItalianGP at Mugello!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Aragon Test - lots of aero, Pecco makes gains - my analysis of each manufacturer- Aprilia surprises with an up-and-coming-rider- Yamaha V4 test - when will it be ready?- Toprak Razgatlıoğlu is finally coming to MotoGP: The interesting story of why it took so long, and whether he can make an impact for Yamaha- Mugello! My Preview of the ItalianGP- The Favorites - does Pecco have the advantage this time?- The Watch List - can Acosta build on his momentum- The Hot Seat - one young rider has a big opportunity- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the ItalianGP? 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!

Marc Marquez reminds everyone that Aragon is his house, but Pecco is back on the podium, while Morbidelli and Aldeguer put on a show. I recap all of the MotoGP action in the AragonGP!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Marc dominates again, but Alex and Frankie keep him honest- Sprint Race: Marc gets a challenge from his brother, while Fermin shows up late- MotoGP Race: zero drama up front, but the mid-pack was fire- Pecco finally shows up…on Sunday- Morbidelli vs. Aldeguer is the highlight of the weekend- KTM’s most competitive weekend so far- The MotoGP Championship Picture: Marc is in control, Alex won’t go away, and Pecco is back…but not back- My take on AragonWhat did you think of the AragonGP? 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!

Pecco Bagnaia desperately needs points, but Aragon has traditionally been a playground for Marc Marquez. Who will come out on top? Will another manufacturer step up? I preview the AragonGP, and make picks for the race!The Rundown:- Jorge Martin makes a statement - and we're still not sure what will happen in the end- Aragon! My preview of Round 8 of the MotoGP Championship- The Favorites: Marc is amazing here - but Pecco HAS to get it done...can he compete?- My Watch List: Two manufacturers continue to close in- The Hot Seat: we're still waiting for KTM to get some momentum- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the AragonGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!

Just when you thought the 2025 MotoGP season couldn't get any more dramatic - the BritishGP goes completely off the rails, with action, excitement, tragedy, and a few major plot twists...along with some major luck for the top title contenders. I try to unpack everything that happened in Silverstone!The Rundown:- Qualifying: Fabio once again steps up, Marc drops off the front row- Sprint Race: Ducati dominates, but not the way we expected them to- MotoGP Race: well a LOT just happened- Disaster for the Marquez brothers. Except that it wasn't- Tire strategy is the key - but you have to both have a strategy AND race that strategy- Fabio does everything right. Until it goes wrong. - Bezzecchi and Aprilia make the bigest statement then can, at exactly the right time - you can't script this stuff- Ducati battles just to be on the podium- Pecco is in trouble- The MotoGP Championship Picture- My take on the BritishGPWhat did you think of Silverstone? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the

MotoGP contracts are more or less a suggestion, really. Jorge Martin makes headlines between rounds, while Silverstone sets up for what could be an unpredictble weekend of racing. I preview the BritishGP!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- KTM gets another lifeline - will it save their MotoGP operation, too?- Jorge Martin doesn't like the vibe at Aprilia. Chaos is set to ensue.- Silverstone! My preview of Round 7 of the 2025 MotoGP Championship- The Favorites - who has the advantage? Someone you may not guess- The Watch List - the power structure is slowly shifting just below the top-3- The Hot Seat - Jorge Martin lights a fire under a trio of riders who stand to gain. Or lose.- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the BritishGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

MotoGP announced new rules about testing for injured riders, as well as grid procedures and penalties effective immediately starting with the FrenchGP. I analyze the changes and tell you what I think on this Patreon-first episode of the show!The Rundown:The Injured Rider Testing Rule - whether it works as written, and why I think going a step further might actually make the rule easier to implementNew grid procedures - simple and straightforward, but can Marc still manipulate them?2027 Rule Package Testing - everyone agrees to make it fair. For now. But it is most certainly not a testing ban for all of 2025The 'Hair Rule' - something must have happened, but who knows whatThis was a Patreon-first episode released BEFORE the grid madness in the FrenchGP, but the opinions still very much apply. Join in the conversation - comment on Facebook, or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Thanks for listening!!

LeMans delivered chaos, unpredictable weather, too many bike swaps to count, and a historic win in front of a record-breaking crowd. I try to unravel all of the MotoGP action and surprises on the FrenchGP post-race show!The Rundown:- Fabio stuns in qualifying- The Sprint: Marc is back on top, while Quartararo does his best to keep up- Pecco makes his first mistake- The MotoGP Race: What the heck happened? I try to explain all of it!- Bike swaps, long lap penalties, and the new rules already come into effect- The rain causes chaos, and LeMans takes out riders- Johann Zarco becomes the hometown hero - and the French crowd was absolutely there for it- Marc survives, while his challengers run into trouble - and Pecco makes his second mistake- Just how crazy was this race? I'll tell you. Multiple times.- The MotoGP Championship picture- My take on the FrenchGPWhat did you think of LeMans? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Insta

With Alex coming off a win, and Marc looking for redemption after Jerez - the Marquez brothers are set for a battle in the FrenchGP! I talk about what makes this place so trecherous, and whether Fabio Quartararo can keep his Jerez momentum going at his home track!The Rundown:- LeMans! My full preview of Round 6 of the 2025 MotoGP Championship- The Track: Why do so many people crash at the Bugatti Circuit? I analyze the causes - The Favorites: The Marquez Brothers go head to head, but can Pecco pass them both?- The Watch List: Fabio aims to continue his hot run on home turf- The Hot Seat: A pair of former LeMans winners look to jump-start their season- The Picks: for the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the FrenchGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Well that one got interesting! Saturday goes to plan, but Sunday was FULL of surprises in Jerez, including a first-time winner! I recap the SpanishGP, review the MotoGP Standings, discuss the dynamic between Marc and Pecco, and lots more!The Rundown:- Qualifying: where did Fabio come from?- The Sprint: Lots of awesome fans, not much on-track action- The MotoGP Race: We finally get some surprises! - Is Marc rattled by Pecco?- Alex Marquez gets the spotlight to himself- Fabio lights it up - he just needs a bike to do that every time- Did Pecco set himself up fo fall short?- Maverick Vinales continues to look good, and so does VR46- What is up with Joan Mir? His retirement stats continue to be staggering- The MotoGP Championship picture - who has the upper hand?- My Take on the SpanishGPWhat did you think of Jerez? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!

Honda is looking to score a pair of big-name riders in Silly Season, but it might not be that easy. I discuss the latest MotoGP News and then preview the SpanishGP at Jerez!The Rundown:- MotoGP News:- Jorge Martin is out - and Aprilia needs to be smart about his recovery- Silly Season! Can Honda grab two star riders?- How Pedro Acosta could be the key to KTM keeping their MotoGP Program- Jerez! My Preview of Round 5 of the MotoGP World Championship- The Track- The Favorites - are Pecco and Marc on level ground here?- My Watch List - Maverick has something to prove- The Hot Seat - three riders that have performed here in the past, and need to do it again- The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP racesWho do you think will win the SpanishGP? Let me know on Facebook or the Motoweek Reddit Sub.Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net, follow on Twitter and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon!Thanks for listening!