MotoGP Spain Day 2, Franco Morbidelli (Ducati Q5/S4) attacks the Marquez brothers: "I've already received a real penalty for what they did"

Franco Morbidelli had a very good second day in Spain, on the Jerez circuit. Following his excellent Friday, he managed to climb to fifth position at the end of qualifying, to ultimately finish fourth in the Sprint race. This meant that he did not gain any places, as the difference was caused by the fall of Fabio Quartararo in front of him. A quiet race therefore, contested without a hitch; fortunately, because he was not quite recovered from his mistake made in the morning.

The Italian was quite satisfied when commenting on his performance... and also his crash in FP2. Regardless, Franco still takes home some big points for the championship. "I'm in pain, a lot of pain, but being able to come back to the pits after such a fall to do qualifying and the Sprint is something incredible. With these MotoGPs, Jerez has become a very narrow track" he asserted for GP One.

 

 

The result becomes all the more satisfying. "It was absolutely essential to overcome this accident as best as possible. Thanks to my physiotherapist, I've recovered well. But tomorrow, I'll have to make even more progress, hoping that the pain eases." I took a big hit on both hands, and I even lost a glove.I don't know what happened. My neck hurts tooThe air fences did a very good job, but I can assure you I felt it go by." he continued.

 

 

"Morbido" was also asked for his opinion on the fine the Marquez brothers received for entering the track while the pit lane was closed. And what he said may well be controversial, as it clearly implies a two-tiered approach to justice. "If I remember correctly, I received a penalty for the same thing at Sachsenring, in Moto2. But a real penalty, I lost positions on the grid. It normally happens like this." he concluded. A statement that has not finished making waves...

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Sprint result at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix in Jerez:

 

 

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