Marco Bezzecchi Banned from Czech MotoGP Race After Hitting Marshal

Italian rider Marco Bezzecchi has been disqualified from the main race of the 2026 Czech MotoGP Grand Prix at the Masaryk Circuit in Brno. The severe penalty was issued following a sporting misconduct incident involving a track marshal.

The FIM MotoGP Stewards announced the decision on Sunday after investigating Bezzecchi's actions during the sprint race. Official documents state the 27-year-old "pushed and hit the circuit marshal who was trying to evacuate your motorcycle" after his crash. This conduct violated FIM regulation Article 3.3.2.2, which addresses behavior detrimental to the sport.

Despite a hearing to present his defense, the stewards upheld the suspension, confirming Bezzecchi's absence from Sunday's main event. Aprilia Racing retains the right to appeal the sanction within one hour of the official announcement. As of this report, neither the team nor the rider has issued a statement regarding further legal action.

The ban is a major setback for Bezzecchi, who currently leads the 2026 MotoGP standings with 180 points, 15 ahead of Jorge Martin. His absence in Brno provides a crucial opportunity for his competitors to close the gap in the world championship race. Prior to this incident, Bezzecchi had demonstrated strong form throughout the 2026 season, securing victories in Thailand, Brazil, the United States, and Italy, positioning him as a strong contender for the championship title.