SEPANG, Nov 1 (Bernama) -- Ducati Lenovo Team rider Marc Marquez strengthened his grip on the MotoGP world championship after clinching victory at the 2026 Malaysian Motorcycle Grand Prix (MotoGP) at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) here today.
MotoGP 2026: Marc Marquez Triumphs In Sepang To Move 44 Points Clear
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Marc Marquez won the 2026 Malaysian MotoGP at Sepang, extending his championship lead to 44 points over Jorge Martin. Pedro Acosta and Alex Marquez finished second and third, respectively, while Martin withdrew due to a wrist injury.
- Marc Marquez overtook pole-sitter Alex Marquez at the first corner to lead the 20-lap race.
- Marquez's victory was his seventh of the season, bringing his total championship points to 399.
- The 2026 MotoGP season continues with races in Qatar, Portugal, and Valencia in November.
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