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The 2026 MotoGP season is just around the corner, and it could be historic.
Once again, Marc Marquez is the center of attention. After his comeback and 2025 world title, the Spanish superstar is the clear favourite to lift the trophy again and, beyond the world championship, he has several major records in his sights.
Here's a look at some records Marquez could break or extend in 2026, and why this season could be memorable.
Thanks to his success so far, Marquez is already one of the most influential figures in MotoGP. With his switch to a competitive Ducati machine – first at Gresini and then with the factory team – his starting position has improved even further.
If the season unfolds normally, not only is another title realistic, but so too is a significant rise in the all-time rankings of motorcycle racing. An additional championship would further strengthen his legacy and widen the gap to many champions of the younger generation.
The next world title and the all-time standings
It is particularly interesting to look at the all-time championship rankings. Giacomo Agostini still leads the list of riders with the most titles across all categories, followed by Angel Nieto. Just behind them is a group of multiple world champions.
With his ninth world title last season, Marc Marquez equaled his arch-rival Valentino Rossi, among others. Every additional title for the Spaniard would further reshape this ranking and reignite the ever-present (and perhaps futile) debate over who the greatest riders of all time are.
Riders with the most world championships (all classes):
Giacomo Agostini (15) Angel Nieto (13) Marc Marquez (9) Valentino Rossi (9) Mike Hailwood (9) Carlo Ubbiali (9)Chance to break the premier-class record (MotoGP/500cc)
The title rankings in the sport’s top class carry particular prestige. In the combined statistics for 500cc and MotoGP titles, Marquez is tied with Rossi on seven championships each. Agostini leads the way with eight.
Another MotoGP world title would increase the pressure on that historic record. For many fans, this list is the ultimate benchmark, as it only considers the premier class – where competition, technical standards and public expectations are at their highest.
Most premier-class titles (500cc/MotoGP):
Giacomo Agostini (8) Marc Marquez (7) Valentino Rossi (7) Mick Doohan (5)Chasing the all-time grand prix wins record (all classes)
The record hunt is also ongoing when it comes to grand prix wins across all categories. Marquez is already one of the most successful riders in world championship history. However, if he enjoys a particularly dominant spell in 2026, he could further close the gap to the current all-time wins leader.
The increased number of races per season opens up more mathematical possibilities, but at the same time the grid is more competitive than in previous decades. That makes any major leap in the number of victories statistically even more significant.
To catch Rossi, Marquez would need 16 grand prix wins – although to do so in the premier class alone, he would need just three. Winning 16 races in a single season, however, has never been achieved. Agostini’s overall record will likely remain out of reach this year.
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Most grand prix wins (all categories):
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For many observers, pure win statistics in the premier class are even more meaningful. Here, Marquez already ranks among the very best. A strong season with numerous victories could bring him even closer to the current record.
However, as with total wins across all classes, Marquez would need 16 Sunday race victories to equal Rossi at the top (counting Rossi's wins in both 500cc and MotoGP).
Most wins in the premier class (500cc and MotoGP combined):
Valentino Rossi (89) Marc Marquez (73) Giacomo Agostini (68)Most wins in MotoGP era (500cc excluded):
Valentino Rossi (76) Marc Marquez (73) Jorge Lorenzo (47)Chasing the single-season wins record
Another point of interest is the record for the most wins in a single season. Marquez holds one of the most impressive records of the modern era.
If he stays fit, he could once again attempt to surpass that mark. In 2025, he came close to matching his own record, but injury slowed him down. A run of that magnitude would not only deliver new records, but also secure the title early once again.
Most wins in a single motorcycle world championship season:
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He improved his stock with a strong showing at the Senior Bowl against top competition, an indication his game is on the rise.”
Five top edge rusher prospects 49ers could target at No. 27 in 2026 NFL Draft
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“Kaytron Allen, RB, Penn State: This is one of the sharpest running backs I’ve watched. He has an elite tempo to his runs. He handles small spaces in flow, and follows his blockers with outrageous patience and intelligence. He might not have the top-tier measurables, but I think he’s quick enough. On early watch, this is a guy who can start Day 1.
Chris Brazzell III, WR, Tennessee: He’s WR2 for me right now, and that’s from someone who is typically lower on big receivers. He has no business moving the way he does at 6’5” and while he’s not a wide-framed player, he blocks his tail off. His deceleration is astonishing. His route distribution at Tennessee didn’t allow him to show off his full tree, but I see the route craft and movement skills. He also Mosses people. The only thing I really dislike is his inability to toe tap. He’s lazy/inconsistent dragging his feet along the sidelines a la Brian Thomas Jr. last year.”
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India vs Zimbabwe: ‘Late-entrant’ Abhishek Sharma looks to regain form
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That wasn’t all, however. As Sanju Samson and Ishan Kishan went in to bat at two adjacent nets, Abhishek Sharma — India’s shining light of the top-order — chose to bowl left-arm spin.
Batters came and went but Abhishek stood there beside the nets, talking to the spinners, trying to understand the turn that could be on offer from the black-soil pitch that will be used for the match against Zimbabwe on Thursday.
Finally, after almost 100 minutes of practice was over, Abhishek took up the bat. He didn’t play any of the Team India spinners or pacers, it was only the practice bowlers.
Abhishek has been in wretched batting form after getting three ducks to start off. In the 12-ball 15 that he scored in Ahmedabad, there were seven false shots.
Given the situation the team is in at the moment, it is highly unlikely that he will be dropped. Probably what the team management was trying to do was to allow him to play some not-so-good bowling, so that Abhishek could connect his shots and get some form and confidence back. As the nets were folding up, Abhishek batted for half-an-hour and did connect, coming up with the kind of the crisp shots he is known for.
A few landed in the Chepauk stands as well as he tried to work on his game against off-spin, something that has been bothering him of late.
Rinku unlikely, maybe it’s Sanju time? Sundar likely to sit out
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Axar Patel should walk into the squad given his versatility with bat and ball. In that case, if Sanju has to play, the only player that can miss out is Washington Sundar. Washington was picked for the South Africa game but didn’t exactly shine with the ball or bat. Sanju’s inclusion could also mean that Ishan Kishan comes in at No. 3, a position which isn’t exactly unfamiliar to him. That could force the likes of Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav to come down by a slot.
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Samford hosts VMI following Faulkner's 27-point game
VMI Keydets (6-23, 1-15 SoCon) at Samford Bulldogs (16-13, 9-7 SoCon)
Birmingham, Alabama; Thursday, 8 p.m. EST
BOTTOM LINE: Samford plays VMI after Dylan Faulkner scored 27 points in Samford's 89-86 loss to the Mercer Bears.
The Bulldogs are 9-3 on their home court. Samford is ninth in the SoCon with 7.4 offensive rebounds per game led by Faulkner averaging 2.5.
The Keydets are 1-15 in SoCon play. VMI is 5-11 when it has fewer turnovers than its opponents and averages 9.6 turnovers per game.
Samford is shooting 44.9% from the field this season, 1.1 percentage points lower than the 46.0% VMI allows to opponents. VMI averages 10.8 made 3-pointers per game this season, 3.2 more made shots on average than the 7.6 per game Samford allows.
The teams meet for the second time in conference play this season. Samford won 78-58 in the last matchup on Jan. 1. Faulkner led Samford with 25 points, and TJ Johnson led VMI with 17 points.
TOP PERFORMERS: Jadin Booth is scoring 20.9 points per game with 3.5 rebounds and 2.4 assists for the Bulldogs. Faulkner is averaging 18.4 points and 10.6 rebounds over the last 10 games.
Johnson averages 3.5 made 3-pointers per game for the Keydets, scoring 18.5 points while shooting 35.6% from beyond the arc. Tan Yildizoglu is averaging 12.2 points, 5.3 assists and 1.5 steals over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Bulldogs: 7-3, averaging 80.4 points, 32.7 rebounds, 14.2 assists, 4.8 steals and 1.8 blocks per game while shooting 48.0% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 73.3 points per game.
Keydets: 0-10, averaging 69.1 points, 25.8 rebounds, 12.3 assists, 6.1 steals and 1.5 blocks per game while shooting 40.1% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 86.1 points.
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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