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Marc Marquez

Just weeks before the start of the 2026 season, Marc Marquez gave his fans a bit of a scare. The Ducati rider crashed today at the Aspar circuit in Valencia during a private training session. Fortunately, there were no major consequences: the number 93 is fine and continuing his preparations as normal. But naturally, when it comes to Marquez, even the slightest slip-up raises the stakes.

The season is about to start and Marc Marquez clearly has no intention of waiting patiently. Sepang to rediscover the sensations. After the official presentation of the Ducati Lenovo This week, marked by special liveries for the brand's centenary, the Spaniard immediately got back to work.

This start to the year feels like the logical continuation of an almost surreal scenario: that of a champion who should never have disappeared. After nearly five seasons marked by injuries, surgeries, and doubts, Marquez regained his form, won a new title and found a form of serenity.

But 2026 will not be a smooth ride. As he has reiterated in recent days, the schedule is busier than ever. In MotoGP, nothing is guaranteed. "He essentially reminded everyone. The competition is getting tougher, the balance is shifting, and aiming for a tenth world title will require even more discipline."

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A fall without consequence… but a reminder: Ducati is betting everything on Marc Marquez

At DucatiThe hierarchy is now clear: Marc Marquez is the top priority. Gigi Dall'Igna wants to secure its future as soon as possible, and discussions for an extension are already well advanced. An official announcement in the coming weeks would surprise no one.

The real question is no longer whether Marquez will stay in red… but for how long.

From a sporting perspective, the day in Aspar was proceeding normally until the fall. Nothing alarming, no serious impact, no injuries to report. Just a reminder that risk is part of the sport, even in training.

In his personal context, that of a driver who has already been through physical hell, every crash could be a cause for concern. But this time, it's just a minor incident.

Marquez can therefore continue its preparations calmly in view of the trials Sepangwhere he will discover the GP26 in its final configuration on track for the first time. This will be the true starting point of the season.

Countryside MotoGP 2026 will officially begin February 27 in ThailandAnd one thing is certain: Marc Marquez They have no intention of letting any opportunity slip by. Yesterday's fall? A mere setback. The target remains the same: the tenth title.

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