After a difficult period marked by injuries and doubts, Marc Marquez has found the path to success again. The Spanish rider is about to experience a new chapter in his career by joining the official Ducati team, a decision that has been carefully considered.
Marc Marquez is set to begin a new chapter in his career by joining the factory team Ducati for the 2025 season, after a journey strewn with pitfalls that almost led him to retirement. It is a return to competition on the most coveted machine in MotoGP, alongside the reigning champion Francis BagnaiaThe latter will have to overcome a 24-point deficit against George Martin in the final in Barcelona to retain his title, but Marquez focuses on his own goals.
In an interview with TNT Sports, Marc Marquez shared his thoughts on this transition, saying: “ I wanted to win, and if I want to win, I need the right bike. You have to have the courage to do it! » Aware of the pressure, he prepares to face a teammate who has perfectly mastered the Ducati, having piloted the machine for six years. I'm going to face a teammate who is world champion and who has been riding a Ducati for six years. He knows all the secrets of this bike. But jI don't want to retire thinking 'what if, maybe...' ", he added, emphasizing his determination to take up the challenge.
Marc Marquez: “ I'm smiling again, and that's more important than the world championships »
The year 2024 marked a turning point for Marc Marquez. After having left Honda Gresini Ducati, he found his smile and his passion for racing again, a stark contrast to his years of suffering on an underperforming bike. When you smile a lot, it becomes habitual. But when you're going through a hard time, you appreciate the good times more. Now I'm smiling again, and that's more important than the world championships. ", did he declare.
Marquez also spoke about his struggles with injuries, including the one at Jerez in 2020, which deeply affected him mentally. The first and second year after injury is no problem. But when you still don't feel well after rehabilitation, doubts begin to arise.. This is the most difficult moment. " he confessed.
His first victory with Ducati This year in Aragon, after three years without success, was a defining moment. It was an incredible feeling. I had waited a long time. Before, winning was normal, but now, It changed my perception of sport " he said, aware of the value of every victory in a world where only one can triumph.
Marc Marquez concludes by speaking of his “plan”: “ When I arrived at Gresini, the priority was to see if I could be competitive again. My plan was to have a chance to join a factory team, the best team on the best bike, and that is happening with Ducati Lenovo. » His goal is clear, and with this new opportunity, the Spanish champion is ready to fight for a return to the top of the MotoGP.
