The 2026 British MotoGP at Silverstone has kicked off with a bang, and it's all thanks to the Aprilia team's dominance in the warm-up session. With Alex Marquez topping the timesheets, the Gresini rider has set the pace for the rest of the field, outpacing his brother Marc Marquez and Raul Fernandez. This result comes as a surprise to many, especially after the major soft rear-tyre drop suffered by the likes of factory Ducati riders during the Sprint. However, it's worth noting that all riders except Marco Bezzecchi ran the medium rear tyre in warm-up, which could have contributed to the results. The Aprilia team's success is further solidified by the presence of Jorge Martin, who leads the MotoGP standings and finished in a respectable ninth place. The warm-up session also saw the return of Marco Bezzecchi, who was making his comeback after a collarbone fracture and knee injury in Germany. The absence of Gresini's Fermin Aldeguer due to a vertebra fracture at Assen was filled by Ducati WorldSBK race winner and former MotoGP rider Iker Lecuona, who made his second appearance for the team this season. The warm-up session also saw the wildcard appearance of Yamaha test rider Augusto Fernandez, who is making his latest appearance in the paddock. The results of the warm-up session are a clear indication of the Aprilia team's strength and the potential for a strong performance in the upcoming race. However, it's worth noting that the absence of Maverick Vinales due to a shoulder injury and the replacement of Johann Zarco by LCR replacement Cal Crutchlow could impact the team's performance. Overall, the warm-up session has set the tone for an exciting race, and the Aprilia team's dominance could be a sign of things to come. The race is set to start at 1 pm, with the Moto2 and Moto3 races preceding it. The results of the warm-up session are a promising start to the 2026 British MotoGP, and the Aprilia team's performance could be a key factor in determining the outcome of the race.
