Marc Márquez wins the 'sprint race' and will have match point this Sunday in Qatar

Marc Márquez aims for victory at the Qatar Grand Prix to secure the MotoGP championship, needing Jorge Martín to finish without points. Martín performed well, finishing third after a strong race. Marco Bezzecchi's championship hopes diminished after a crash involving Márquez. The sprint race featured two starts due to an early crash by Pecco Bagnaia. Márquez dominated the second race, securing crucial points for his title chase. Jorge Martín expressed pride in his podium finish despite starting from 11th. Other Spanish riders included Raúl Fernández in fourth and Pedro Acosta in sixth.