MotoGP, Spain Qualifying: OFFICIAL, the Marquez brothers sanctioned

During Q2 of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez, a controversy erupted around the Marquez brothers, accused by Pecco Bagnaia of leaving the pit lane under red lights. Marc Marquez, 2nd in Q2 (1'35.991), admitted his mistake: "I thought it was green, but I braked hard as soon as I saw the red," he explained. Alex Marquez (Gresini, GP24), 4th, risked a bigger risk: absorbed by his bike, he didn't see the light and crossed the line before the green.

The red light incident did not leave the paddock Jerez indifferent this Saturday. In full swing after the Q2 of the Spanish Grand Prix, attention was focused on Marc and Alex Marquez, caught leaving the pit lane while the light was still red.

Marc Marquez, riding his Ducati official, immediately acknowledged his mistake: " As soon as I saw the red light, I braked very hard to stop the motorcycle. » However, despite his quick reaction, the #93 still crossed the exit line before the light turned green. Interviewed at the end of the session, the eight-time world champion explained: " If I get a penalty for this, I can forget about the championship.. » A statement full of lucidity, as every point counts in such a competitive season.

The Marquez brothers are penalized but save their place on the grid

His younger brother, Alex Marquez, could be considered even more culpable. Unlike Marc, Alex did not look at the light and did not slow down in time. The result: a clear violation and a risk of immediate punishment.

There was a precedent: in Thailand last year, Ai Ogura had been caught in a similar situation, receiving a fine of 500 dollarsThis time, the Race Direction has decided on a different price: 2 euros fine for each of the brothers Marquez and the cancellation of the first timed lap ofAlex after the offense.

Ultimately, the sanction remains light: the positions on the starting grid do not change. Marc therefore retains its place in the front line alongside fabio quartararo et Pecco Bagnaia, andAlex remains firmly anchored at the top of the rankings.

A scare for the Spanish brothers, but not enough to upset the established order before a race that promises to be electric. It remains to be seen whether this episode will have an impact on their concentration...

 

Starting grid of the Spanish Grand Prix MotoGP in Jerez: