This weekend, the Austrian Grand Prix awaits us, on a Red Bull Ring track tailor-made for the Ducati. But this season, Marc Márquez showed that with his Honda, he could beat the reds on their home turf. So, defeating them in their garden would be like giving a final blow to the Italians with the chances of depriving him of an eighth title already reduced to a minimum...
It is with greed that the predator of victories and titles Marc Márquez goes to the Red Bull Ring. Because he has an interesting challenge to take on: beating his direct opponents on their favorite terrain. The second consecutive weekend of racing indeed offers the Repsol Honda team an excellent opportunity to show the effective evolution of the RC213V. In previous years, the Austrian Grand Prix was one of the toughest for the Japanese manufacturer, but the increased engine power of the 213 RC2019V should be an asset to play at the Red Bull Ring.
This circuit is hosting MotoGP for the fourth time. The Austrian Grand Prix returned to the calendar in 2016. Over the last three races, Marc Márquez finished in the top five three times. He placed second in 2017 and 2018. In 2019, the defending champion will look for his first victory in Styria. He arrives crowned with his 50e victory in MotoGP.
« After the summer break, it was really an intense return! » comments the one who will once again team up with Stefan bradl. " Of course, we are very happy with the result in Brno, but now we have to concentrate and prepare for Austria. The Red Bull Ring is a truly unique circuit, which requires a lot of braking and power from the bike. In the past we have had very exciting races, so this year I think it will be very interesting again! ».
