WATCH: Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez crashes out of 'horrific' sprint race of British MotoGP 2024

The 2024 British MotoGP at Silverstone delivered a thrilling yet harrowing Sprint race that saw two major crashes involving top riders, Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez. These incidents not only intensified the race but also left a significant impact on the riders' standings and their physical well-being.

Francesco Bagnaia, who entered the race as the championship leader, experienced a disastrous turn of events. After a strong start, he was battling in the top four, closely following the race leaders. However, on lap 4, after setting the fastest lap of the race, Bagnaia lost control of his bike, crashing out of the race.

Here is the video:

BAGNAIA BLUNDERS 🤯@PeccoBagnaia has crashed out just as he was beginning to close in! 💥#BritishGP 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/VXDWhyPmms

— MotoGP™🏁 (@MotoGP) August 3, 2024

This marked Bagnaia’s fourth Sprint DNF of the season, severely damaging his title hopes. The crash not only cost him valuable points but also allowed his closest rival, Jorge Martin, to close the gap in the championship standings to just one point after finishing second in the Sprint. Bagnaia’s crash was a bitter blow, all but erasing the advantage he had painstakingly built up over the season.

Marc Marquez’ last lap drama!

While Bagnaia’s crash was significant, the drama didn’t end there. Marc Marquez, who had taken advantage of an earlier collision between Pedro Acosta and Brad Binder, found himself in a strong fourth position as the race neared its conclusion.

Here is the video:

Fourth place GONE! 😮@marcmarquez93 makes a late mistake! 💥#BritishGP 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/DWPOA4mgEy

— MotoGP™🏁 (@MotoGP) August 3, 2024

However, in a shocking twist, Marquez crashed at the final chicane on the penultimate lap, adding his name to the list of DNFs for the day. This crash was particularly devastating for Marquez, who has struggled with consistency and injuries in recent seasons. His fall not only deprived him of valuable points but also raised concerns about his ability to finish races without incident.

Here is the video:

This incident at the start between @FrankyMorbido12 and Bezzecchi is under investigation ⚠️#BritishGP 🇬🇧 pic.twitter.com/cavvvZ8QPl

— MotoGP™🏁 (@MotoGP) August 3, 2024

The race was further marred by an earlier collision at the start involving Franco Morbidelli and Marco Bezzecchi. Morbidelli lost control of his Ducati under braking at Turn 1, colliding with Bezzecchi, who had to be stretchered off the track. This incident was promptly put under investigation, highlighting the heightened tension and risks present in the race.