MotoGP, VIDEO Spain, controversy in Jerez: the Marquez brothers singled out by Bagnaia

During Q2 of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez, a controversy erupted: Pecco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo) accused his teammate Marc and Alex Marquez (Gresini) of leaving the pit lane under red lights, an action that threatened them with a potential infringement. We'll see if that changes, it could earn me a place. ", said Bagnaia, satisfied with his 3rd place (1'36.103, 0,145 s from pole). Marc, 2nd (1'35.991, 0,033 s), defended himself: " I thought it was green, but I braked hard and stopped right away. If I get a penalty for this, I can forget about the championship.»...

On the eve of a race that promises to be explosive in Jerez, a small episode is already stirring up the MotoGP paddock: Pecco Bagnaia pointed out a potential offense by the brothers Marquez when exiting the pits in Q2.

« We'll see if that changes, because Alex and Marc both left the pit lane at the red light. This might allow me to win a place ", said bagnaia, highlighting what he observed during the session. The Italian, nevertheless focused on his own performance, added: " Anyway, I'm very satisfied, because I think we did a very good job from yesterday to today, and I have a very good feeling on the bike »

Tensions rise in Spain at the Jerez bullring

On the brothers' side Marquez, it was Marc who quickly provided details on the incident: “ Of course, I got out, but I stopped the motorcycle because I thought the green light was already on. I braked really hard and stopped. » Aware of the importance of consistency in the fight for the championship, he did not hide his concern: " If I get a penalty for this, I can forget about the championship. »

For the moment, no official announcement of an investigation has been communicated by the Race Direction. What is certain is that on the track, Marc Marquez does not intend to be disturbed: " We performed well on the track, that's the most important thing. We're back on the front row. Let's see if we can maintain this level and do our best. »

The battle promises to be fierce tomorrow, especially since fabio quartararo, author of an anthology 1'35.6, is in great shape. Fabio set an impressive lap time – extremely fast – and we are very close. The race will be tight between Fabio, Pecco and Alex ", recognised Marc.

In such an electric atmosphere, the slightest spark can change the weekend... and perhaps even the championship.

Starting grid of the Spanish Grand Prix MotoGP in Jerez: