Marco Bezzecchi extends winning streak with victory at COTA

Aprilia rider continues dominant start to season with third straight victory.

Marco Bezzecchi enters parc fermé after winning the MotoGP race in Austin.
Marco Bezzecchi of Italy’s Aprilia Racing enters parc fermé after winning the MotoGP Red Bull Grand Prix of the Americas at Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas, on March 29, 2026. Photo by Steve Wobser/Getty Images

Marco Bezzecchi delivered another commanding performance to win the United States MotoGP at the Circuit of the Americas, Austin, on Sunday local time.

The Aprilia Racing rider completed the race in 40 minutes 50.653 seconds after starting from second position on the grid.

The victory marks Bezzecchi’s third consecutive win of the 2026 MotoGP season, following earlier triumphs in Thailand and Brazil.

His consistent form underlines a strong early championship push, with Aprilia emerging as a major contender this season.

Second place was claimed by Bezzecchi’s teammate Jorge Martin, completing a one-two finish for Aprilia Racing.

Meanwhile, Pedro Acosta of Red Bull KTM Factory Racing secured third place after briefly challenging for the lead during the race.

Fourth place went to Fabio Di Giannantonio of Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team.

Defending champion Marc Marquez, representing Ducati Lenovo Team, finished fifth after struggling to match the pace at the front.

Bezzecchi made his intentions clear early, overtaking pole-sitter Di Giannantonio on the opening lap to take control of the race.

Although Acosta briefly moved into the lead, Bezzecchi quickly responded to reclaim his position at the front.

Controlled performance to the finish

Once back in the lead, Bezzecchi maintained a strong and consistent pace to secure victory without further serious challenges.

He crossed the finish line ahead of Martin, Acosta, Di Giannantonio, and Marquez, rounding off another dominant display.

With three wins in succession, Bezzecchi has established himself as one of the standout performers of the season.

His form at COTA reinforces Aprilia Racing’s growing competitiveness and sets the stage for an intense championship battle in the races ahead.

Winona Putri
Winona Putri
I am a MotoGP reporter for The Yogya Post, covering races, riders, teams, technical regulations, and the evolution of Grand Prix motorcycle racing.
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