In the season opener at the Thai GP, 21‑year‑old Pedro Acosta took his first MotoGP victory after a fierce duel with champion Marc Márquez on the final lap. The Spanish rider edged Márquez into the last corner, and a post‑race penalty for the defending champion sealed Acosta’s win. Acosta’s podium was completed by teammate Raúl Fernández on the Aprilia, while the focus remained on the KTM winner and Ducati’s strong showing.
Pedro Acosta Wins MotoGP Debut, Beats Marc Márquez
Pedro Acosta, 21, secured his first MotoGP win in Thailand, beating defending champion Marc Márquez in a last‑lap battle that ended with a penalty for Márquez.