The pre-season tests in Buriram confirmed Marc Marquez's competitiveness on his new Ducati. The Spanish rider dominated his teammates and rivals, demonstrating a quick adaptation to his new machine. However, the competition remains very tight and there could be many surprises this season.
Pre-season testing at Buriram have once again highlighted the undeniable talent of Marc Marquez. The new factory rider Ducati dominated the two days of testing on the 4,55km Thai circuit, confirming that he is already comfortable with his new steed. However, despite his impressive performance, Marquez remains measured and realistic about its ambitions for the 2025 season.
During these two days of testing, the name " Marquez » was on everyone's lips. Marc and his brother Alex monopolized the attention, with Marc finally regaining the lead after being overtaken by Alex in the previous tests at Sepang. " We were constantly watching what each other was doing ", Marc confided. " In Sepang, Alex was in the lead and he even beat me in the sprint simulation. This time I left no doubt »
Marc actually shone during a race simulation of 23 towers, posting consistent lap times around 1'30, a pace that left its competitors far behind. With a gap of 0,179 second on Alex at the end of the 157 laps completed, Marc confirmed that he is already in phase with the Ducati GP24. However, he remains cautious: " I am very satisfied, but not euphoric. The lap record was not broken, which shows that we do not have not yet made major progress in terms of development »
Marc Marquez also confirmed its commitment to the Ducati GP24 for the 2025 season. We tested both bikes [GP24 and GP25], and although both are new to me, Continuing with the 2024 base is the right decision ", he explained. However, questions remain regarding the aerodynamics that will be used during the season. I did two sessions with the Aero 2025 today, and I was fast with it. But the final decision has not yet been made.. There are still some details to be sorted out. »
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Si Ducati opts for the proven 2024 fairing, combined with the transmission and chassis of the same year, the factory team will start the 2025 season with a base similar to that of client teamsA strategy that could prove profitable, but which leaves little room for innovation.
Asked about his favourites for the first Grand Prix of the season, Marc Marquez stay humble and realistic. For me, Pecco Bagnaia remains the favourite. There is no doubt. He has had the best pace in the last two seasons, and he has the mission to win back the title. I stand behind him » Marquez don't forget either George Martin, absent from the trials but still considered a serious contender. Just because he's not here now doesn't mean he's out. Tests are tests, you must first achieve the same high level of tuning in racing »
Si Marc Marquez dominated the tests, he failed to beat the lap record, which is the performance of his teammate Pecco Bagnaia. For its part, Marco Bezzecchi impressed with theAprilia, showing that the Italian brand has made significant progress in the development of its 2025 motorcycle.
With Marc Marquez already in great shape, Pecco Bagnaia determined to defend his title, and drivers like George Martin et Marco Bezzecchi ready to play the party poopers, the 2025 season promises to be exciting. Buriram trials have offered a glimpse of the forces at play, but the real battle will only begin when the lights go out for the first Grand Prix. One thing is for sure: Marc Marquez is back, and he intends to make himself heard.
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