MotoGP, Sportrik Media - Johann Zarco of LCR Honda led a rain-affected Practice session at the 2026 Brazilian Grand Prix, confirming the full list of riders advancing directly to Q2 and those heading into Q1.
Friday’s track action in Goiania was disrupted by heavy overnight rain, forcing a delay to the schedule. FP1 was extended to one hour to allow riders additional time to familiarise themselves with the circuit, while the afternoon Practice session was reduced to 60 minutes.
With rain threatening throughout the session, riders immediately pushed for competitive lap times at the start. Approximately 30 minutes of effective running were available before worsening conditions prevented further improvements, effectively locking in the classification.
Zarco set a benchmark lap of 1’21.257, finishing ahead of reigning world champion Marc Marquez and rookie Toprak Razgatlioglu. The result secured his position at the top of the standings and defined the riders progressing directly into Q2.
The session also produced notable surprises, particularly the absence of Marco Bezzecchi, who could only manage 20th place. Alongside him, Raul Fernandez also failed to reach the top 10 despite strong performances in Thailand.
Below is the list of riders advancing directly to Q2:
Q2 (Direct Qualifiers)
| Pos | Rider | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johann Zarco | LCR Honda | 1'21.257 |
| 2 | Marc Marquez | Ducati Lenovo | +0.125 |
| 3 | Toprak Razgatlioglu | Pramac Yamaha | +0.308 |
| 4 | Jorge Martin | Aprilia Racing | +0.309 |
| 5 | Pedro Acosta | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | +0.493 |
| 6 | Alex Marquez | Gresini Racing | +0.538 |
| 7 | Fabio Quartararo | Monster Energy Yamaha | +0.568 |
| 8 | Fermin Aldeguer | Gresini Racing | +0.625 |
| 9 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo | +0.710 |
| 10 | Ai Ogura | Trackhouse Racing | +0.810 |
The remaining riders will compete in Q1 for a chance to secure the final two Q2 positions:
Q1 (Qualifying 1)
| Pos | Rider | Team | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 | Luca Marini | Honda HRC Castrol | +0.831 |
| 12 | Jack Miller | Pramac Yamaha | +0.873 |
| 13 | Alex Rins | Monster Energy Yamaha | +0.875 |
| 14 | Maverick Vinales | Red Bull KTM Tech3 | +0.969 |
| 15 | Diogo Moreira | LCR Honda | +1.098 |
| 16 | Joan Mir | Honda HRC Castrol | +1.135 |
| 17 | Brad Binder | Red Bull KTM Factory Racing | +1.435 |
| 18 | Franco Morbidelli | VR46 Racing Team | +1.476 |
| 19 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | VR46 Racing Team | +1.633 |
| 20 | Marco Bezzecchi | Aprilia Racing | +2.043 |
| 21 | Raul Fernandez | Trackhouse Racing | +2.644 |
| 22 | Enea Bastianini | Red Bull KTM Tech3 | +4.706 |
With unstable weather conditions expected to persist, qualifying is likely to remain highly unpredictable. Timing, tyre selection, and adaptability will be decisive in determining the final grid for the Brazilian Grand Prix.
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