World · Singapore Bureau
Bezzecchi breaks Aragon lap record to claim MotoGP pole position
Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi shattered the MotorLand circuit record on Saturday, becoming the first competitor to dip below one minute and 45 seconds to secure pole position for the Aragon Grand Prix. The feat ended Marc Marquez's pursuit of a third consecutive pole at the Spanish venue.
LSN Singapore ·
Bezzecchi's blistering lap time at MotorLand Aragon marked a significant performance milestone for the Italian rider and his Aprilia team. By cracking the previously elusive sub-1:45 barrier, Bezzecchi demonstrated the competitive pace that has established him among MotoGP's frontrunners this season.
The pole position represented a notable achievement for Bezzecchi, who edged out the Marquez brothers—Marc and Alex—who had dominated qualifying sessions at the circuit in recent races. Marc Marquez's bid for a third consecutive pole at Aragon was ultimately thwarted by Saturday's qualifying session.
The qualifying performance underscores the intensity of competition in MotoGP's championship battle. With pole position secured, Bezzecchi will start Sunday's race from the most advantageous grid position, setting up an intriguing contest at one of the season's most significant venues.