Ai Ogura’s 3 Straight MotoGP Podiums: Win to 2nd

Trackhouse Aprilia’s Ai Ogura put together a stunning run of three consecutive MotoGP podiums between late June and July 2026. After taking his maiden pole position at the Czech GP, Ogura claimed his first-ever MotoGP premier-class victory at the Dutch GP — the first win by a Japanese rider in the class in 22 years — before backing it up with another podium at the German GP. Here is a full breakdown of the three-race streak.

Czech GP: A Maiden Pole and a Runner-Up Finish

Ai Ogura celebrates a career-best podium finish at the Czech GP

At Brno for round 9, Ogura set a lap of 1m 51.139s in qualifying to claim his first-ever MotoGP pole position — the first Japanese rider to top premier-class qualifying in six years.

In the race itself, Ogura pushed reigning champion Marc Marquez all the way to the flag, ultimately crossing the line in second for a career-best result and his second podium of the season.

Czech GP result summary

Dutch GP: A Historic Maiden Victory

Ogura claimed his maiden MotoGP victory at Assen

At the TT Circuit Assen, Ogura started from second on the grid, worked his way through the early scramble in third, and took the lead on lap 20. From there he built a gap of roughly two seconds and held it all the way to the checkered flag.

Mid-race drama saw championship leader Marco Bezzecchi crash out on lap 2, turn 15, but Ogura kept his composure and maintained his pace to seal his first premier-class win.

Ogura celebrates his maiden win with the Trackhouse Aprilia crew

Speaking in parc fermé, Ogura said simply, “It’s just the best. I don’t have words.” He also revealed a scare early on caused by a holeshot device malfunction, adding, “I knew my own pace, so there was no need to panic.”

Dutch GP result summary

German GP: A Late Charge for Podium Number Three

Ogura secured a third straight podium at the Sachsenring

Carrying his winning momentum into round 11 at the Sachsenring, Ogura started fifth. Teammate Raul Fernandez briefly demoted him to fourth early on, but Ogura moved back up to third after Alex Marquez crashed out.

On lap 24, Ogura passed Fernandez again to retake second place and held it to the finish, crossing the line behind race winner Marc Marquez. It marked his third consecutive podium following the Czech GP and Dutch GP, keeping him firmly in the championship conversation.

Ogura pushing hard through the Sachsenring corners

German GP result summary

What the Three-Race Streak Means

A maiden pole at the Czech GP, Japan’s first premier-class win in 22 years at the Dutch GP, and a fighting second place at the German GP — across these three races, Ogura established himself as a genuine title contender. Trackhouse team principal Davide Brivio praised him as “one of the best riders I’ve worked with.”

Ogura has also already been confirmed to join the Yamaha factory team from 2027, so his run of form as a certified “MotoGP winner” is one to watch through the rest of the season.

FAQ

Q. What team and bike does Ai Ogura ride for?

In the 2026 season, Ogura races in MotoGP for Trackhouse Aprilia.

Q. How long since a Japanese rider last won in the premier class?

22 years — the previous winner was Makoto Tamada in 2004.

Q. Where can I find the next race schedule?

Check the official MotoGP website for the latest schedule and broadcast information.

*Race results and standings are subject to change. Please check official sources for the latest information.