Marc Marquez Wins Japanese GP
Marquez cuts Martin's title gap to two points in Japanese GP.
In brief
Marquez cuts Martin's title gap to two points in Japanese GP. Marquez wins Japanese MotoGP to reduce Jorge Martin's championship lead to two points with six races remaining. Originally reported by Sportstar.
Race Result
Marquez wins Japanese Grand Prix to cut Jorge Martin's championship lead to two points with six races remaining.
Race Strategy
Marquez overtook pole-sitter Martin midway through the race after pushing him into second place.
Championship Impact
Marquez's win brings him back within touching distance of the championship lead after losing ground in Austria.
Sprint Race Win
Marquez completed the double after winning Saturday's sprint race in Japan.
Race Conditions
A sunny day in Japan clouded over and cooled before the race but rain held off.
Driver Statements
Marquez said winning was 'very important' to claim maximum points, while Martin admitted he rode 'almost perfectly' but couldn't win.
“Marquez said it was 'very important' to claim maximum points from the weekend.”
The essence
Marquez wins Japanese MotoGP to reduce Jorge Martin's championship lead to two points with six races remaining.
