The Thai sun wasn’t the only thing sizzling in Buriram today. Day 2 of the final pre-season test just wrapped up, and if this was a movie, the plot twist at the end would have the audience throwing their popcorn.
Here is the high-octane breakdown of the 2026 Buriram MotoGP Test Finale.
The Headline: Aprilia’s “Bez-erk” Lap Record
Just when it looked like Ducati would cruise to a Sunday afternoon snooze-fest at the top, Marco Bezzecchi decided to set the timing screens on fire. In the final 15 minutes, the Italian slammed down an all-time lap record: 1:28.668.
But wait, the Aprilia party didn’t stop there. Rookie sensation Ai Ogura proved his Buriram mastery from Moto2 was no fluke, slotting into P2 to secure an Aprilia 1-2 that has the Noale factory grinning like they found the golden ticket.
Combined Times: Top 5
| Pos | Rider | Team | Time |
| 1 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | 1:28.668 |
| 2 | Ai Ogura | Trackhouse Aprilia | +0.097 |
| 3 | Marc Marquez | Ducati Lenovo | +0.168 |
| 4 | Pecco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo | +0.215 |
| 5 | Alex Marquez | Gresini Ducati | +0.293 |
The Drama: The Marquez Rollercoaster
Reigning champ Marc Marquez had a day that can only be described as “eventful.”
- The Good: He topped the morning session with a blistering 1:28.836.
- The Bad: He’s been battling a stomach bug all weekend (Thai spice 1, Marc 0).
- The Ugly: He suffered his third crash of the test during a race simulation at Turn 3.
Marc admitted it was a “lack of concentration” due to exhaustion. He skipped the medical center for the “Health Center” (classic Marc), hopped on a scooter, and called it a day early. Despite the gravel diet, he still finished P3 overall.
Race Simulations: Who’s Got the Long-Run Sauce?
Fast laps are for the ego; race simulations are for the trophy cabinet. While the Aprilias took the glory over one lap, the Ducati GP26s looked like metronomes during their long runs.
- Ai Ogura (Aprilia): Set the best “Sprint” average at 1:30.101.
- Pecco Bagnaia (Ducati): Was a machine during his 13-lap stint, averaging 1:30.276. He looks terrifyingly ready for the season opener.
- Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia): Completed a grueling 20-lap simulation with an average of 1:30.454. Consistency is his new best friend.
The Manufacturer “Vibe Check”
- KTM: Pedro Acosta remains the “Best of the Rest” in P6. He’s happy, but he warned that the Ducati pace is “scary.”
- Honda: A glimmer of hope! Joan Mir squeezed into the Top 10 (P10). It’s not a podium, but for Honda, it’s a celebration.
- Yamaha: Still searching for the “magic button.” Jack Miller was the top M1 in P16, a full second off the pace. Fabio Quartararo looked like he wanted to walk home to France.
Final Verdict
The 2026 pre-season is officially in the books. Aprilia has the raw speed, Ducati has the race pace “DNA,” and everyone else is currently checking their insurance policies for when the lights go out next weekend.
Source
Official MotoGP Report: Bezzecchi Beats Lap Record to Lead Ogura in Thailand
Crash.net Detailed Breakdown: 2026 Official Buriram MotoGP Test: Results & Race Simulations – Day 2
Motorsport.com Analysis: Marco Bezzecchi Breaks Track Record on Final Day
BikeSport News Results: 2026 MotoGP Buriram Test Results: Day 2 Lap Times
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