Alex Marquez Ends Marc Marquez Seven-Race MotoGP Winning Streak in Catalonia

Alex Marquez ended his brother Marc Marquez's dominant streak by winning the Catalan MotoGP, snapping Marc's run of seven consecutive race victories and a 15-race winning streak that began in June. Despite Marc's strong start and attempts to overtake, Alex managed to reclaim and hold the lead from lap four onwards, showcasing a flawless race by managing tire wear and maintaining precise lines. This victory marks Alex's second win of the season and prevented Marc, who leads the championship by 182 points, from clinching a seventh world title at the next race in Misano. Italian rider Enea Bastianini achieved his first podium of the year with a third-place finish on a KTM. The race featured intense competition between the Marquez brothers, highlighting Alex's growth and resilience after a crash in the sprint race the previous day. While Marc remains the clear championship leader, Alex's triumph at his home race adds a significant highlight to his season and shifts the competitive narrative slightly.