MotoGP Italian GP: Raul Fernandez scores first sprint win in Aprilia 1-2

Raul Fernandez earned his first sprint win at the Italian Grand Prix, beating Jorge Martin in a direct duel to top the Mugello showdown. Fernandez led from the opening lap, reinforcing his status as a rising force in MotoGP while Martin settled for second, 1.2 seconds back. Di Giannantonio completed the podium, underscoring Ducati’s strength as Bezzecchi dropped outside the top 10 at the start and later recovered to finish tenth. Reigning champion Marc Marquez launched from fourth on the grid, claimed the holeshot, and stayed in contention as Bezzecchi and others navigated early trouble, with Marquez finishing fifth.