Alex Marquez MotoGP runner-up result in 2025 is considered more significant by others than by the rider himself, as he shared after concluding his strongest year in the premier class with Gresini. Despite achieving three grand prix victories on a GP24 Ducati and consistently challenging his brother Marc Marquez, Alex maintains that the prestige of finishing second holds more weight for public perception than for his own sense of accomplishment.
Season Highlights and Performance Milestones
The 29-year-old Spaniard delivered the best campaign of his MotoGP career, capturing three wins and frequently emerging as the closest rival to reigning world champion and older brother, Marc Marquez. This performance secured Alex Marquez a historic second place in the overall standings, marking his highest finish in grand prix racing since claiming the Moto2 championship in 2019. The Gresini team celebrated four victories during the 2025 season, with Fermin Aldeguer adding a maiden win at the Indonesian Grand Prix to the roster.
Personal and Public Perspectives on Success
Evaluating his career achievements, Alex Marquez offered a measured comparison, stating that his runner-up MotoGP season stands on equal footing with his previous lower-class titles. He noted, however, that the broader racing community and public regard this year’s MotoGP result with higher esteem.
“[It’s] more important for the people,”
Alex Marquez explained, attributing greater importance to public recognition over personal ranking—Alex Marquez, Gresini MotoGP Rider.
He elaborated that while personal satisfaction comes from consistent performance across classes, reaching the MotoGP front affirms a racer’s talent, both to fans and critics. As Marquez observed, a strong season silences doubts about a rider’s abilities at the sport’s top level.
“So, to confirm that we are there and we can be fast, and I can be one of the guys in MotoGP, is so important.”
—Alex Marquez, Gresini MotoGP Rider
Looking Ahead: Gresini’s Upgrades and Expectations for 2026
Alex Marquez’s stellar form in 2025, achieved on year-old Ducati machinery, has earned him a promotion to the manufacturer’s latest factory-spec equipment for the upcoming season. This decision underlines Ducati’s recognition of his progress and the team’s ambition for further success. The momentum from this breakout year is expected to shape Gresini’s trajectory, as the team and Alex prepare to build on their achievements in the highly competitive MotoGP arena.
The runner-up finish not only boosts Alex Marquez’s standing within the sport but also signals increased confidence from Gresini and Ducati for the seasons to come, as the competition intensifies and the public keeps a close eye on whether he can turn public validation into a championship pursuit.
