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The Sprint Race at the Argentine Grand Prix was a veritable festival of speed and strategy, with Ducati dominating. Marc Marquez once again proved himself a peerless rider, taking victory with authority. But beyond the individual performance, this race also highlighted a fascinating dynamic: the emergence of the Marquez brothers as a collective force, while Francesco Bagnaia attempts to resist this rising tide. 

Started in pole position, Marc Marquez led the race from start to finish, demonstrating an unstoppable pace. Despite attacks from his brother Alex in the early laps, Marc handled the pressure calmly and professionally. This victory confirms not only his return to the highest level, but also his successful adaptation to the DucatiWith 49 points in the championship, he consolidates his leading position and sends a clear message to his competitors: he is back, and he is aiming for the title.

Alex Marquez, second in the race, played a crucial role in this family domination. By pushing his brother from the start, he showed that he was capable of competing with the best. Although he failed to overtake Marc, his performance reinforces the idea of ​​a brotherly alliance serving a common goal: to dominate the championship. With 38 points, Alex remains in his brother's wake and is becoming a serious contender for the title.

Francis Bagnaia, third in the race, once again showed consistency and competitiveness. The Italian driver tried to reduce the gap on the brothers Marquez, but failed to seriously threaten them. With 30 points in the championship, bagnaia remains in the race, but the pressure is mounting. Marquez, united and determined, represent a double threat that could complicate their title defense.

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Johann zarco offered to Honda a positive result with a fourth place. Although far from the podium, this performance shows that Honda is progressing and could become a key player in the upcoming races. For its part, Marco BezzecchiOn Aprilia, finished sixth, confirming the potential of the Italian brand.

This race Sprint provided valuable clues about the dynamics of the season. The brothers Marquez, with their brotherly alliance and their undeniable talent, seem ready to upset the established order. bagnaia, although resilient, will have to redouble its efforts to counter this dual threat.

With Marc in the lead, Alex in ambush and bagnaia Determined to defend their title, the 2025 championship promises to be a hotly contested one. One thing is certain: the brothers Marquez issued a warning, and bagnaia will have to respond if he wants to keep his crown.

What will this have in store for us? Argentine Grand Prix ? Before you know it, here is the table that summarizes the facts known so far.

MotoGP™ Argentina, Termas de Rio Hondo

2023

2025

FP1 1'39.207 Maverick Vinales (See here) 1'38.937 Marc Marquez (See here)
Practice 1'38.518 Aleix Espargaró (See here) 1'37.295 Marc Marquez (See here)
FP2 1'41.029 Pecco Bagnaia (See here) 1'37.795 Alex Marquez (See here)
Q1 1'47.317 Alex Marquez (See here) 1'37.312 Franco Morbidelli (See here)
Q2 1'43.881 Alex Marquez (See here) 1'36.917 Marc Marquez (See here)
Sprint  (See here)B. Binder, Bezzecchi, Marini (See here) M. Marquez, A. Marquez, Bagnaia (See here)
Warm Up 1'45.354 Marco Bezzecchi (See here) Marc Marquez, Alex Marquez, Morbidelli
Course Bezzecchi, Zarco, A. Marquez (See here) (See here)
All time lap record 1'37.683 Marc Márquez 2014 1'36.917 Marc Marquez (See here)
It's race night in Argentina!
Will this be a day of victory for Zarco, who has been shining since the start of the weekend?

It's 26° in the air and 36° on the runway, the sky is overcast

Drivers will have 26 laps to complete

For our goldfish memories...the reminder of the forces present

And here we go with the predictions!!

In concentration mode…

Savadori has withdrawn, replacing Martin, who has injured his shoulder.

First victory on the horizon for Pecco??

warm up lap

The first line machines are equipped with medium tires.

They are launched and it is MMarquez who takes the lead ahead of AMarquez, Bagnaia, Zarco and Di Giannantonio

Touch with Quartararo, Bezzecchi swerves and falls

Bagnaia tries an attack on AMarquez in vain…Zarco also goes for Bagnaia but it doesn’t work!

Bastianini's fall

Morbidelli is hot, he gets rid of Zarco and thus takes 4th position

With 21 laps to go, the top 10 is made up of: AMarquez who takes the lead ahead of MMarquez following a mistake by the latter, Bagnaia, Zarco, Binder, Di Giannantonio, Mir, Ogura and Acosta

Long lap for RFernandez responsible for the fall of Bastianini.

Little by little, the younger Marquez is gaining ground, holding a 0.325s lead over his brother. Behind him, Morbidelli, Bagnaia and Zarco complete the top five.

Morbidelli makes the effort…

The first of the Rookies is Ogura, who is in 1th position. Quartararo is 8th.

It's getting heated for the gain of 8th position between Acosta and Mir!!

With 17 laps to go, A. Marquez holds the line ahead of his brother. 0.305s separate the two drivers. Morbidelli, Bagania, Zarco, Binder, Di Giannantonio, Ogura, Mir and Acosta close the top 2.

Let's remember that if Marquez were to win today, it would be his first victory in a MotoGP race, he having only won one Sprint race.

The Ogura phenomenon...which comes to tickle Di Giannantonio...

There are 12 laps left to cover...

Ogura's little miss... Di Giannantonio and Acosta take advantage

The gap between A.Marquez and M.Marquez stabilizes (0.391s). Behind, Morbidelli drops the case. Bagnaia, Zarco, Binder, Di Giannantonio, Acosta, Ogura and Mir complete the top 10.

Big heat for MMarquez who almost gets involved...oalala..!! Just barely, the save!!

MMarquez is in his brother's saddle...he's pressing...there are 8 laps left...

MMarquez sets off to overtake his younger brother...but he can't turn...a blank operation...AMarquez remains the leader...he's getting some air...

0.286s separate the Marquez brothers, led by Alex. Behind them, Morbidelli, Bagnaia and Zarco bring up the rear of the top five.

5 rounds left….!!

MMarquez will try again…something…He’s going for it!!! New leader…

Straight away, he puts 0.473s in sight... Impressive, he had it under the pedal. Strategist MMarquez!!!

With 3 laps to go, 1.018s separate the 2 brothers, Marc is unrolling...

The top 10 is as follows: MMarquez, AMarquez, Morbidelli, Bagnaia, Zarco, Di Giannantonio, Binder, Ogura, Acosta and Mir

Victory for M Marquez ahead of A Marquez and Morbidelli. Zarco 6th

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