MotoGP experts share their Spanish Grand Prix predictions, including Marc Marquez’s hopes of victory in Jerez.

Bezecichi wins the United States GP He extended his last-minute start to 2026, winning each round of his first three Grands Prix so far. The 27-year-old heads into Jerez with a four-point lead over his Aprilia team-mate. George Martin.

Martin is just four points clear of Bezecichi thanks to the former’s sprint win at COTA, while the latter fell short again after falling from the lead in Thailand. Martin won the Sprint at COTA After passing Francesco Bagnaia in the final round.

But Jerez has not historically been a kind circuit for Aprilia, with the Italian factory in 2010. Spanish GPSpain’s P5 Noale crew is the only other top-eight in Jerez in 2023.

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Instead, Jerez A Ducati At the track in recent years, the past five Spanish GP winners have all ridden Desmosedici – including Grecini. Alex Marquez He scored his first MotoGP race win in Andalucia last year in GP24. But Ducati has yet to win a Grand Prix this season.

With this in mind, MotoGP News professional team of writers They gave their predictions on who will take pole position in Jerez, who will win the Sprint race and who will win the Spanish Grand Prix.

Who has secured the pole position for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix?

Kyle Archer – George Martin; “While Aprilia has shown a tendency to struggle at Jerez in recent years, the RS-GP’s superior maneuverability compared to the Ducati GP26 should see Marco Bezzecchi or Jorge Martin take pole position for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix this weekend.

“And with four weeks off starting at the United States Grand Prix, Martin should feel fully fit after surgery over the winter to address his broken collarbone and problems with his left arm. So, a first pole position with Aprilia could be waiting for Martin.”

Ashley Hambly – George Martin; “Jorge Martin is one of the best drivers on the grid when it comes to lap speed, but he is yet to secure a front-choice start in Aprilia colours.

He has never taken pole in the premier class machinery at Jerez, but this year will be a great opportunity for the Spaniard to repeat his impressive performances in Moto2 and Moto3 by taking pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix.

David Comerford – Marc Marquez: “Ducati rider Mark Marquez He hasn’t stopped at Balaton Park since last year, but I think that run will end this weekend – even if he’s very close to Aprilia’s Marco Bezecchi.

Tyler Rowlinson – George Martin; “Aprilia are in dreamland in 2026 and will want to continue their dominance in Jerez. Jorge Martin is renewed on the RS-GP and will want to continue the inspiration from the amazing weekend in Austin. I will back him for his first stop with Noale’s outfit.

MotoGP experts predict who will win the Jerez Sprint at the 2026 Spanish GP.

Kyle Archer – George Martin: “At COTA, Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia won the last round for Ducati, which saw Jorge Martin top the record books with his 17th win of the season. And Martin’s 18th Sprint win will follow if he takes pole in Jerez.”

Ashley Hamby – Marco Bezeci “Marco Bezzecchi will be ahead in the predicted battle between the Italian and his Aprilia team-mate Jorge Martin in Jerez. Despite dominating the Grand Prix format, Bezzecci has yet to secure a Sprint race win in 2026, but I think the Spanish Grand Prix will end that.”

David Comerford – Marc Marquez “I’m going with Marc Marquez, but I think we’ll see another great battle for the win, this time with the Aprilia riders.”

Tyler Rowlinson – Mark Marquez “This will be the final test for Marc Márquez. A, whether he is back to full fitness and B, whether Ducati can challenge the Aprión after three races with nowhere to go. Many are suggesting that Márquez base himself in Jerez, a track he knows well, and the Sprint will be his.”

Who will win the 2026 MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez?

Kyle Archer – Marco Bezeci: No rider has won the first four Grands Prix since Marc Marquez started in any season in 2014, but Marco Bezzecchi can achieve that victory at the Spanish GP this Sunday after victories in Thailand, Brazil and the USA.

“Bezeci has been part of the field in the first three grands prix this season. He is also on course to win the final two grands prix of 2025. Another win at Jerez this Sunday would deliver an early hammer to his rivals’ title ambitions in 2026.”

Ashley Hamby – George Martin “George Martin will take his first Grand Prix win of the season and first since his injury nightmare last year this weekend.

The 2024 champion has been working steadily since the start of his new season, and a win on Sunday would be the perfect compliment to add to his pole position.

David Comerford – Marc Marquez “I’m all for a clean sweep of Marc Marquez this weekend in Jerez. Ducati has to improve but more than that it has to be close to 100% fitness.”

Tyler Rowlinson – Fabio Di Giantantonio: “Amidst Marc Marquez’s struggles, VR46 rider Fabio Di Gianntonio has been a top performer for Ducati. With two pole positions in a row in Brazil and Austin, it seems only a matter of time before he achieves a top result.”

It’s getting along with the GP26 and riding it to the best of its ability. At the moment, if any Ducati rider can stop Marco Bezecic’s dominance in 2026, it’s Digia.

Maverick Vinales is out for the Spanish Grand Prix.

And Tech3 only fields one rider, Pol Espargaro injured.

Who will finish on the podium at the 2026 MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez?

Kyle Archer – Bezecchi, Martin, Marquez: “Aprilia RS-GP can prove once and for all that the Ducati GP26 is the better bike in all conditions by winning the Spanish Grand Prix one-two. However, Jerez and the gap since the United States GP will at least allow Marc Marquez to get his first Grand Prix podium of 2026 and launch the Ducati Cup.”

Ashley Hamby – Martin, Marquez, Acosta: “Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta Marco Bezecchi joins Jorge Martin on the podium as I expect him to fall for his own ambitions during the long format race at Jerez. Marquez has yet to stand on a Grand Prix podium this year, but the Spanish Grand Prix will be where he breaks this duck.

David Comerford – Marquez, Martin, Bezeci “George Martin consolidates his championship and finishes second ahead of Marco Bezecchi. Bezecchi has won all three races but should be concerned about Martin’s approach.”

Tyler Rawlinson – Di Giannantonio, Marquez, Bezecchi: “Marc Marquez’s quest for a Grand Prix podium in 2026 will end in Jerez, and he will do it ahead of Marco Bezecchi, which feels like a victory.

“Ducati has always been strong in Jerez, Aprilia has never won here. RS-GP is definitely stronger, but Bez may struggle to catch Fabio di Giantantonio and Márquez this weekend, but still maintain his championship lead.”

MotoGP experts predict which rider will be the biggest surprise at the 2026 Spanish GP.

Kyle Archer – Ai Ogura: “Truckhouse Ace No. Ogura He’s been one of the stars of the season so far, and came close to scoring his first MotoGP podium last time out in America before retiring with engine failure. However, the Japanese rider can still fly under the radar, which could surprise the 25-year-old in Jerez if he can see the Spanish GP podium.

Ashley Hamby – Fermin Aldegger: “The Knight of Gresini Fermin Aldeguer He was still on one crutch at the United States Grand Prix, but managed to take his first points of the season in the race with P11. Given the Spaniard some time to recover, I can see Aldeguer securing a top-five finish at his home Grand Prix this weekend.

David Comerford – Joan Mir “Suppose Joan Mir It finally stands up straight and scores big points for Honda. Being in 19th place in the championship is damning, so he needs a big result.

Tyler Rowlinson – You Ogura: “Ai Ogura unfortunately missed out on some podiums at COTA. He’s riding the best in MotoGP at the moment, and with the bike behind him, he can surprise people again. It won’t be a podium, but he can compete well for someone.”