Sepang, Oct. 26 (LaPresse) — Alex Marquez dominated the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang, the third-to-last round of the MotoGP World Championship, securing victory after a flawless race. Starting from second place, the Spaniard took the lead on the second lap and maintained it throughout the race. Behind him, Pedro Acosta finished in second, while Joan Mir completed the all-Spanish podium. The race was marked by Pecco Bagnaia's retirement, who was forced to abandon the race three laps from the end due to a rear tire puncture, losing third place in the standings to Marco Bezzecchi. Franco Morbidelli delivered an excellent performance in fourth, followed by Fabio Quartararo in fifth.