Marco Bezzecchi is back on the top step—and Aprilia has made MotoGP history.
Marco Bezzecchi claimed victory at the 2026 Indonesian Grand Prix at Mandalika on October 11, delivering a crucial win for Aprilia Racing after a dramatic weekend.
The Italian completed the 27-lap race in 40:46.582, finishing 4.260 seconds ahead of Trackhouse Aprilia rider Raul Fernandez. Jorge Martin crossed the line third to complete an all-Aprilia podium. MotoGP Stats
Bezzecchi Makes His Move
Fernandez led much of the race, but Bezzecchi stayed close and waited for his opportunity. On lap 19, the Italian made his move into Turn 1 and took the lead.
From there, Bezzecchi gradually built a gap and controlled the closing stages to secure his first Grand Prix victory since Mugello.
The win was also the 300th premier-class Grand Prix victory for an Italian rider, adding another milestone to an already memorable day. Reuters
Indonesian MotoGP 2026: Race Results
| Position | Rider | Team | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| P1 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | 40:46.582 |
| P2 | Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse Aprilia | +4.260s |
| P3 | Jorge Martin | Aprilia Racing | +6.890s |
| P4 | Ai Ogura | Trackhouse Aprilia | +9.378s |
Race distance: 27 laps. Circuit: Mandalika International Street Circuit, Indonesia. Motorsport
Aprilia Makes MotoGP History
The result went beyond a race victory. Aprilia riders occupied all four top positions, with Ai Ogura finishing fourth behind Bezzecchi, Fernandez and Martin.
It was the manufacturer’s first-ever 1–2–3–4 finish in a MotoGP Grand Prix, underlining Aprilia’s pace at Mandalika. The Official Home of MotoGP
For Bezzecchi, the victory also brought valuable championship points. Meanwhile, Martin’s third-place finish helped him regain the championship lead, moving two points ahead of Marc Marquez, who finished sixth. Reuters
Final Thoughts
Marco Bezzecchi delivered when it mattered, passing Fernandez in the closing third of the race before pulling clear. Aprilia’s historic top-four sweep made the Indonesian Grand Prix a landmark result for the manufacturer.
With the 2026 MotoGP championship fight still developing, Mandalika could prove to be a pivotal weekend.
Can Marco Bezzecchi turn this victory into a serious championship challenge?
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Sources: MotoGP official race report · Official MotoGP race classification
