Spanish MotoGP icon Marc Marquez achieved a remarkable feat by claiming a second victory in just seven days, this time at the San Marino Grand Prix at Misano. Starting from ninth on the grid, the Gresini rider took advantage of the changeable weather conditions to claim victory once again, following his win at Aragon the previous week.
A light shower just after the start upset the plans of many drivers, including George Martin, who made the bold decision to pit to change bikes and switch to wet tyres. But the move proved disastrous, as the rain stopped, leaving the slick riders to ride much faster than Martin, who saw his podium hopes evaporate.
To Marc Marquez, however, this unexpected rain was a real godsend. This victory was a complete surprise.. Winning from ninth place seemed impossible, especially with the arrival of rain ", said Marquez after the race. He explained that despite the raindrops, he chose to stay on track with dry tires, a crucial decision that allowed him to take the lead of the race.
The Spaniard did not fail to dedicate this victory to Fausto Gresini, the team's founder, said with emotion: " It was Fausto who helped today, he looked down from above and then let it rain a little. This victory is for the whole Gresini family » Marc Marquez also stressed the strategic importance of his race, saying he had observed the local riders, who know the Misano track well, before making key decisions during the race.
Marc Marquez: “ Jorge Martin's strategy was not crazy, if the rain had continued he would have been right »
On this episode, he specifies: “ Jorge Martin's strategy was not crazy, if the rain had continued he would have been right. I chose to follow the local riders, they know the area better and I made that decision and it went well ».
Despite the difficult conditions, Marquez kept his cool and once again demonstrated his exceptional talent, finishing ahead of Pecco Bagnaia, who had to settle for second place, and Enea Bastianini, who completed the podium.
With this victory, Marc Marquez strengthens its position in the general classification, rising to third place with 52 points behind on George Martin, which maintains a reduced lead of just seven points over bagnaia. Marquez, now in top form, is back in the race for the world title and promises to continue fighting in the next races.
Marked by his return to the top, Marc Marquez concluded by mentioning the importance of the upcoming tests in Misano: " we will not test new parts, but we will work on the settings and the electronics to be even more ready for the next race »
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