{"id":3912,"date":"2026-10-12T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-12T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/?p=3912"},"modified":"2026-10-12T17:27:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-12T20:27:31","slug":"motogp-today-marc-marquez-closes-on-martin-as-aprilia-faces-team-orders-dilemma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/motogp-today-marc-marquez-closes-on-martin-as-aprilia-faces-team-orders-dilemma\/","title":{"rendered":"MotoGP today: Marc M\u00e1rquez closes on Mart\u00edn as Aprilia faces team orders dilemma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">News Summary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mart\u00edn leads M\u00e1rquez by just two points<\/strong>, despite Aprilia taking the first four positions in Indonesia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Aprilia is considering team orders as Marco Bezzecchi, Ra\u00fal Fern\u00e1ndez and Ai Ogura complicate Mart\u00edn&#8217;s title challenge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toprak Razgatl\u0131o\u011flu and Ferm\u00edn Aldeguer face injury concerns, while MotoGP prepares for its final Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The latest MotoGP news on <strong>Monday, October 12, 2026<\/strong>, centres on a championship fight that remains separated by just two points, despite Aprilia producing one of the most dominant performances in its premier-class history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Jorge Mart\u00edn leads the standings with 355 points, followed by Ducati&#8217;s Marc M\u00e1rquez on 353 and Marco Bezzecchi on 309. The Indonesian Grand Prix produced an Aprilia sweep of the first four positions, but M\u00e1rquez managed to limit his championship losses and remain within striking distance of the leader.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, Aprilia is considering team orders, injuries have raised questions over the participation of several riders in Australia, and MotoGP has confirmed a new title sponsorship agreement for the Australian Grand Prix&#8217;s move to Adelaide in 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M\u00e1rquez remains two points behind Mart\u00edn despite Aprilia domination<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Marc M\u00e1rquez emerged from the Indonesian Grand Prix still only two points behind Jorge Mart\u00edn<\/strong>, despite Ducati being unable to match Aprilia&#8217;s race pace at Mandalika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The reigning world champion won Saturday&#8217;s sprint, taking advantage of an opening-corner collision between Bezzecchi and Fern\u00e1ndez and Mart\u00edn&#8217;s difficulties with tyre pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, Aprilia dominated Sunday&#8217;s grand prix, with Bezzecchi winning ahead of Fern\u00e1ndez, Mart\u00edn and Ogura. M\u00e1rquez finished sixth after battling Pedro Acosta.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The result allowed Mart\u00edn to reclaim the championship lead, but the points gap remained unchanged across the weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">M\u00e1rquez will have an opportunity to move ahead again at Phillip Island, where <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/can-marc-marquez-regain-the-motogp-championship-lead-at-phillip-island\/\">the championship calculations show he needs to outscore Mart\u00edn by at least three points<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aprilia considers team orders against M\u00e1rquez<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Aprilia is discussing whether to introduce <strong>team orders to strengthen Mart\u00edn&#8217;s championship challenge<\/strong>, with technical director Fabiano Sterlacchini acknowledging that the manufacturer could reconsider its approach within the next one or two races.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Italian company faces a complicated situation because Bezzecchi remains mathematically in contention for the championship, while Trackhouse riders Fern\u00e1ndez and Ogura have demonstrated race-winning pace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Mandalika, Mart\u00edn finished behind two other Aprilia riders, limiting the points he gained over M\u00e1rquez despite the manufacturer&#8217;s dominance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The manufacturer has not confirmed instructions requiring its riders to surrender positions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The role of the independent Trackhouse operation has become particularly important, as explained in <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/trackhouse-emerges-as-key-factor-in-aprilias-motogp-team-orders-dilemma\/\">the analysis of how Fern\u00e1ndez and Ogura could influence Aprilia&#8217;s team orders strategy<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-1024x576.png\" alt=\"MOTOGP 2026, GP DA INDON\u00c9SIA, MANDALIKA, APRILIA, JORGE MART\u00cdN\" class=\"wp-image-1020317960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-1200x675.png 1200w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8-150x84.png 150w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/motogp-indonesia-mandalika-aprilia-jorge-martin-8.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Jorge Mart\u00edn (Foto: Michelin)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Bezzecchi keeps MotoGP title hopes alive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Marco Bezzecchi secured his fifth grand prix victory of the season in Indonesia, moving to <strong>309 championship points<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Italian is now 46 points behind Mart\u00edn, with five rounds remaining and 185 points still available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">His victory at Mandalika demonstrated Aprilia&#8217;s strength, but the gap to the championship leader means he needs a sustained run of strong results and setbacks for his rivals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bezzecchi&#8217;s ambitions could also be affected by the manufacturer&#8217;s consideration of team orders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read the full analysis: <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/bezzecchi-is-46-points-behind-martin-can-he-still-win-the-2026-motogp-title\/\">Can Bezzecchi still win the 2026 MotoGP title?<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1020318192\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/DSC6381-150x100.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Marco Bezzecchi (Photo: MotoGP)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">M\u00e1rquez criticises MotoGP&#8217;s \u20ac5,000 fines for riders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">M\u00e1rquez has also questioned MotoGP&#8217;s new promotional regulations, which introduce <strong>\u20ac5,000 fines for riders who fail to meet mandatory fan-engagement requirements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The championship requires riders to spend a minimum period participating in activities such as the MotoGP Hero Walk, with penalties for non-compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">M\u00e1rquez argued that the championship&#8217;s main attraction remains the racing itself and questioned the need for additional financial sanctions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The rules were introduced during the Indonesian Grand Prix weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/marc-marquez-hits-back-at-motogps-new-e5000-fines-for-riders\/\">Marc M\u00e1rquez hits back at MotoGP&#8217;s new \u20ac5,000 fines for riders<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Razgatl\u0131o\u011flu and Aldeguer face injury concerns before Australia<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Two riders face uncertainty following difficult weekends in Indonesia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Toprak Razgatl\u0131o\u011flu suffered a right-shoulder dislocation<\/strong> and is undergoing further medical evaluation to determine whether surgery will be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Pramac Yamaha rider&#8217;s condition could affect his preparations for the Australian Grand Prix.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/razgatlioglu-faces-surgery-risk-after-indonesian-motogp-shoulder-injury\/\">Razgatl\u0131o\u011flu faces surgery risk after Indonesian MotoGP shoulder injury<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Meanwhile, <strong>Ferm\u00edn Aldeguer requires surgery after fracturing his right hand<\/strong>, following a weekend marked by four crashes at Mandalika.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Gresini Ducati rider is expected to undergo treatment in Barcelona, with his recovery timetable yet to be confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/aldeguers-indonesian-gp-nightmare-ends-in-surgery-after-four-crashes\/\">Aldeguer&#8217;s Indonesian GP nightmare ends in surgery after four crashes<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1020317612\" srcset=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/AFP__20261009__D2PX9QW__v2__MidRes__MotoPrixInaMotogp.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Ferm\u00edn Aldeguer (Photo: AFP)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When is the next MotoGP race?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The next MotoGP race is the <strong>Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island, on Sunday, October 25, 2026<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The weekend begins on Friday, October 23, with practice sessions, followed by qualifying and the sprint on Saturday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Australian round is the 18th event of the season, with Malaysia, Qatar, Portugal and Valencia following before the championship concludes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the full programme, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/motogp-australian-gp-2026-phillip-island-schedule-and-start-times\/\">Australian MotoGP 2026 schedule and international start times<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/motogp\/why-phillip-island-could-change-the-martin-marc-marquez-motogp-title-fight\/\">technical analysis of why Phillip Island could change the Mart\u00edn\u2013M\u00e1rquez title fight<\/a> also examines the circuit&#8217;s fast corners, tyre demands and the possible effect of Aprilia&#8217;s strategy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Jorge Mart\u00edn leads Marc M\u00e1rquez by just two points after Aprilia&#8217;s historic Indonesian GP domination, but team orders, rider injuries and the final Phillip Island race are dominating the latest MotoGP news for Monday, October 12, 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