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MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands – TT Circuit Assen Preview and Picks

by
kevin
June 23, 2026

This poster shows riders representing the upcoming MotoGP Netherlands GP.

The MotoGP has taken a narrative shift recently as Marc Marquez won the Grand Prix of Czechia. He had already won the Hungarian GP earlier, trying to regain his lost form. Meanwhile, fans say that Bezzecchi’s absence in both races has a lot to do with Marc’s consecutive wins. However, the Spaniard’s comeback was seen as a major storyline shift. As a result, the upcoming race at TT Assen holds a suspenseful narrative ahead. The MotoGP Netherlands GP will start on June 25, 2026, with the main event occurring on June 28, 2026. Let’s see the complete preview of the upcoming race at TT Assen with the schedule, race preview, and expert picks.

MotoGP Grand Prix of Czechia – Highlights

Marco Bezzecchi’s Slap Cost Him a Grand Prix

Marco Bezzecchi was out of the race as he was suspended due to slapping a track marshal. After Bezzecchi crashed in the Sunday sprint, the marshals arrived, and the track marshal accidentally throttled the bike. As a result, Bezzecchi struck the marshal and pushed him away. In turn of events, Bezzecchi was suspended by the MotoGP Stewards. This allowed Marc to easily dominate and win the main race on Sunday.

Marc Marquez’s Second Consecutive Win

Marc Marquez captured yet another Grand Prix event in the 2026 campaign. Marc Marquez closed the gap in the title race, trailing behind only five points. Marc Marquez completed the race, finishing in first position, surpassing his teammate in the dying moments of the race. Marquez’s momentum in the long straights and his braking stability in fast corners allowed him to stay in the leading spots. His tire management enabled him to sprint faster in the final moments, thus earning a P1 victory.

Ai Ogura’s Podium

Ai Ogura has been giving one of the best performances this season. He is keen on getting podiums and maintaining a consistent form. He broke the record for an all-time lap at Brno and secured the pole position. The Japanese rider’s pace was terrific as he secured the second position, fighting with the Ducati riders in the final moments.

Francesco Bagnaia’s Consistency

Bagnaia had a victorious weekend at Brno, winning the podium with a 3^rd position finish. He fiercely battled for the lead but trailed behind the Japanese rider, Ogura. Ogura had a strong lead in the final moments. His tire preservation and last-race pace management gave him good traction, which helped him to defend his position.

MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands – Schedule

June 25, 2026 (Thursday)

Time	Class	Session
15:30–16:00	MotoGP	GearUp
16:00–16:30	MotoGP	Pre-Event Press Conference

June 26, 2026 (Friday)

Time	Class	Session
09:00–09:35	Moto3	Free Practice Nr 1
09:50–10:30	Moto2	Free Practice Nr 1
10:45–11:30	MotoGP	Free Practice Nr 1
12:40–13:00	Baggers	Free Practice Nr 1
13:15–13:50	Moto3	Practice
14:05–14:45	Moto2	Practice
15:00–16:00	MotoGP	Practice
17:10–17:30	Baggers	Free Practice Nr 2

June 27, 2026 (Saturday)

Time	Class	Laps	Session
08:40–09:10	Moto3		Free Practice Nr 2
09:25–09:55	Moto2		Free Practice Nr 2
10:10–10:40	MotoGP		Free Practice Nr 2
10:50–11:05	MotoGP		Qualifying Nr 1
11:15–11:30	MotoGP		Qualifying Nr 2
12:05–12:25	Baggers		Qualifying Practice
12:45–13:00	Moto3		Qualifying Nr 1
13:10–13:25	Moto3		Qualifying Nr 2
13:40–13:55	Moto2		Qualifying Nr 1
14:05–14:20	Moto2		Qualifying Nr 2
15:00	MotoGP	13 Laps	Tissot Sprint
16:10	Baggers		Race Nr 1

June 28, 2026 (Sunday)

Time	Category	Laps	Session
09:40–09:50	MotoGP		Warm Up
10:00–10:40	MotoGP		Rider Parade
11:00	Moto3	20 Laps	Race
12:15	Moto2	22 Laps	Race
14:00	MotoGP	26 Laps	Grand Prix
15:30	Baggers		Race Nr 2

TT Assen Circuit – Circuit Details

TT Assen is a perfect track for weekend drama, with riders chasing the podium while racing against the dramatic layout. Extending up to 04.54 km with numerous corners and sloping turns, TT Assen will test the riders’ mental and physical limits.

It has 12 right corners and 6 left corners with moderate elevation changes. The longest straight is 487 meters, and mainly, it has a sharp apex at the 5^th corner. Designed for grand showdowns, TT Assen has created numerous records in motorcycle sport.

Francesco Bagnaia currently holds the all-time lap record at 01:30.540. He also has the best pole and race lap from 2024. Valentino Rossi has the record for most wins and most poles in this circuit.

Race Distance	118.09 km
Number of Laps	26
Circuit Length	4.54 km

MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands – How to Watch?

The MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands can be watched on Ziggo Sport in the Netherlands.

In the United States, fans can get access to watch the race at TT Assen on the official MotoGP app. They can also watch the Netherlands GP on FS1 and FS2.

TNT Sports and Quest will broadcast the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands in the UK.

Spanish MotoGP coverage will be live on the DAZN App. Fans can stream the race with a subscription.

In India, FanCode will broadcast the Grand Prix of the Netherlands. Fans can enjoy the complete race with a subscription.

MotoGP Rankings So Far

Pos	Rider	Team	Points
1	M. Bezzecchi	Aprilia Racing	180
2	J. Martin	Aprilia Racing	172
3	F. Di Giannantonio	Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team	157
4	M. Marquez	Ducati Lenovo Team	140
5	A. Ogura	SuperFille Trackhouse MotoGP Team	134
6	P. Acosta	Red Bull KTM Factory Racing	132
7	F. Bagnaia	Ducati Lenovo Team	127
8	R. Fernandez	SuperFille Trackhouse MotoGP Team	106
9	F. Aldeguer	BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP	76
10	A. Marquez	BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP	67
11	L. Marini	Honda HRC Castrol	65
12	E. Bastianini	Red Bull KTM Tech3	57
13	B. Binder	Red Bull KTM Factory Racing	53
14	F. Morbidelli	Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team	43
15	D. Moreira	Pro Honda LCR	41
16	F. Quartararo	Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team	37
17	J. Zarco	Castrol Honda LCR	34
18	J. Mir	Honda HRC Castrol	26
19	A. Rins	Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Team	12
20	J. Miller	Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP	11
21	T. Razgatlioglu	Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP	11
22	I. Lecuona	BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP	9
23	M. Viñales	Red Bull KTM Tech3	7
24	A. Fernandez	Yamaha Factory Racing	4
25	C. Crutchlow	Castrol Honda LCR	0
26	J. Folger	Red Bull KTM Tech3	0
27	M. Pirro	BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP	0

MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands – Prediction

Marco Bezzecchi

Marco Bezzecchi’s riding style highly prioritizes strong braking and solid front-end stability. He carries lean angles smoothly through the deep apex. He is also good at trail-braking, allowing him to maintain corner speed. The TT Assen will perfectly suit his riding style, especially the T1 and T5, where he is confident with braking. The fast corners are also favorable to Bezzecchi’s riding style. This time, he is expected to finish first.

Marc Marquez

Marc Marquez is in excellent form after winning back-to-back Grand Prix events. He gave a solid comeback, changing the title race within two Grand Prix events. At TT Assen, Marc Marquez has a decent riding style. He has previously won the MotoGP Grand Prix of the Netherlands, highlighting his familiarity with this circuit. Besides, Marc’s tire management and braking style are the major strengths that would earn him a podium.

Ai Ogura

Ai Ogura has been great this season with improved form compared to last season. The Japanese rider has been constantly reaching within the top 5 spots. His highly methodical and calculated riding style is viable in the late rounds. Even though he tends to stay back in the early laps, he gradually finds his way back to the leading spots. His recent sprint in the qualifying session has revamped his form, and he looks ready for a podium again.