Aprilia Dominates Ducati at MotoGP USA Grand Prix

Marco Bezzecchi secures fifth win for Aprilia at Circuit of The Americas

Mar. 29, 2026 at 10:28pm

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A vibrant, expressionist painting depicting the raw energy and motion of a MotoGP race at the Circuit of The Americas, with the Aprilia and Ducati bikes blurring into unrecognizable splatters of neon color.Aprilia's dominant performance at the MotoGP USA Grand Prix in Austin showcases the Italian manufacturer's rising prowess in the premier motorcycle racing series.Austin Today

In a commanding performance, Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi won the MotoGP USA Grand Prix at the Circuit of The Americas in Austin, Texas. This marks Aprilia's fifth victory at the iconic COTA circuit, further solidifying the Italian manufacturer's dominance in the premier motorcycle racing series.

Why it matters

Aprilia's continued success at COTA underscores their rapid rise as a top contender in MotoGP. The win extends their lead in the constructor's championship and cements their status as a force to be reckoned with, challenging the traditional powerhouses like Ducati.

The details

Bezzecchi led from start to finish, putting in a flawless performance to cross the finish line well ahead of the Ducati riders. The Italian rider's victory marks Aprilia's fifth win at COTA, further cementing their status as the team to beat at the challenging Texas circuit.

  • The MotoGP USA Grand Prix took place on March 29, 2026.

The players

Marco Bezzecchi

An Italian motorcycle racer competing in the MotoGP World Championship for the Aprilia Racing team.

Aprilia Racing

An Italian motorcycle racing team that competes in the MotoGP World Championship, owned by Piaggio Group.

Ducati

An Italian motorcycle manufacturer that fields a factory team in the MotoGP World Championship.

Circuit of The Americas (COTA)

A motorsport race track located in Austin, Texas that hosts the MotoGP USA Grand Prix.

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What they’re saying

“This was a perfect race for us. The bike was working incredibly well, and I was able to push from the start to the finish.”

— Marco Bezzecchi, Aprilia Rider

“Aprilia has really found the sweet spot at COTA, and we couldn't match their pace today. Congratulations to them on another dominant win.”

— Gigi Dall'Igna, Ducati Corse General Manager

What’s next

The MotoGP World Championship will continue with the next round at the Jerez Circuit in Spain on April 12, 2026.

The takeaway

Aprilia's continued success at the Circuit of The Americas underscores their rapid rise as a top contender in MotoGP, challenging the traditional powerhouses and cementing their status as the team to beat at the iconic Texas circuit.