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Marquez's last lap heroics seal Aussie MotoGP
WWOS staff
Marc Marquez has won his first Australian MotoGP after pouncing on a dramatic last lap at Phillip Island.
Starting on pole, the reigning world champion slipped down the order on the first lap and was forced to bide his time behind compatriot Jorge Lorenzo.
But with just a handful of corners remaining, the 22-year-old made his move and sealed victory in the most stunning fashion.
As expected, the action was hard and fast, but it wasn't all about the fastest men on two wheels ...
Marc Marquez has won his first Australian MotoGP.
The reigning world champion won the race on a dramatic last lap.
Rounding up his rivals before claiming the chequered flag.
Jorge Lorenzo (R) and Andrea Iannone (L) finished second and third.
Lorenzo closed the gap Valentino Rossi in the title hunt.
The early laps of the race were marred by a mid-air collision with a seagull.
Alex Rins celebrates his Moto2 win with his team.
The race was marred by a number of incidents.
German rider Sandro Cortese was a virtual spectator after flying off the track.
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