Legendary former chief mechanic Ramon Forcada delivers a cutting-edge analysis of MotoGP 2025 after two Grand Prix contests. Pecco Bagnaia is struggling against Marc Marquez, the untouchable leader. For the Spaniard, a technical expert, the psychological duel with Marc—and the shadow of his brother Alex—is taking its toll. But Pecco, a two-time champion (2022-2023), is on solid ground. As for the Marquezes, "it's a business" with Marc as CEO!
Ramón Forcada, one of the most respected technical minds in the MotoGP paddock, has delivered an unfiltered analysis on the current situation of Pecco Bagnaia and the domination of the brothers Marquez. With his legendary experience and his sharp eye, Forked deciphers the psychological, technical and strategic issues that shape this 2025 season. And his observation is clear: Marc Marquez is rewriting the rules of the game, while bagnaia struggle to get back to his best level.
To Ramón Forcada, the current difficulties of Pecco Bagnaia are not only technical. They are also, and perhaps above all, psychological. Pecco is one of only three guys to win two world championships in a row ", remember ForkedSince 2002, only three drivers have achieved this feat: Valentino Rossi, Marc Marquez et bagnaia himself. A status that weighs heavily on the shoulders of the Piedmontese, especially when faced with a rival like Marquez.
« Is he in a difficult situation? Yes: technically, psychologically, mentally, and whatever you want ", Explain Forked. “ And we don't know how long it will take him to get there. But we do know that when he does, he will be able to compete with Marc. » A glimmer of hope for bagnaia, but also a reminder that the road to victory will be long and fraught with pitfalls.
Forked also recalls that bagnaia has already shown incredible resilience in the past. We also know that a few years ago, at the Sachsenring, he was 91 points behind, then he won the titleWe can't let him down. » A clear message: bagnaia has the resources to bounce back, but it will have to show patience and determination.
Si bagnaia is in trouble, the brothers Marquez, they seem unstoppable. For Forked, their current dominance resembles a well-organized “company,” with Marc as CEO. With Alex? I see it as a business for now. " he says on MOW. " The younger of the two brothers is the real surprise, but I never imagined that Alex could have a chance of beating Marc »
Ramon Forcada: “ Marc Marquez does not need the Virgin Mary to appear »
Forked emphasizes that the dynamic between the two brothers is perfectly orchestrated. He gave him space to follow him, then he passed him, and everyone thought Alex could take the lead, but not them.. » A strategy that has allowed the Marquez to dominate the first two Grands Prix of the season. What we saw was their company against everyone else. And the company wins, but this company has a CEO, and it's still Marc Marquez »
One of the most striking points of the analysis of Forked is the mental advantage that has Marc Marquez"Marc now has a big advantage: he starts the weekend well," he explains. We all remember the crazy nights in Valentino's garage, when everything was going wrong and the Virgin Mary would appear and everything would become perfect. Marc doesn't need that today, because he is already in the lead from the first lap of the first day »
A total mastery which places Marquez in a position of strength. He no longer needs to take insane risks or desperately search for the limit. He manages, controls, and dominates, while allowing his brother Alex to play a strategic supporting role.
Ramón Forcada, with his expertise and his frankness, has drawn up a precise picture of the challenges of this 2025 season. On the one hand, there is Marc Marquez, the CEO of a family "business" that dominates the paddock. On the other, Pecco Bagnaia, a double world champion in search of solutions to regain his best level.
The question that remains unanswered is whether bagnaia will be able to take up the challenge and compete with Marquez. For Forked, the answer is yes, but it will take time. In the meantime, the brothers Marquez continue to write their legend, reminding everyone that, in their company, Marc remains the boss. And that is bad news for the rest of the paddock.
