Marc Marquez has emerged as a leading contender for the 2025 MotoGP world championship, a comeback that many describe as nothing short of extraordinary. Now riding for Ducati, the 32-year-old Spaniard has battled through years of hardship following a devastating arm injury sustained at the 2020 Spanish Grand Prix. After recovering from that setback, Marquez has already secured three wins in the first five races of the current season and leads all riders in sprint victories, positioning himself just one point behind the championship leader.
Alberto Puig, the current Honda MotoGP team boss who worked closely with Marquez from his debut in 2013 through 2023, believes this potential title would be a global sporting milestone. During their time together, Marquez captured six world titles in seven years before the injury sidelined his momentum. Puig recalls the intense physical and mental challenges Marquez faced while recovering, emphasizing the resilience required to return to such a high level of competition.
He had a lot of difficulties with his arm and whoever was there at the time was aware of that,
Puig told Marca.
Together we tried to help him believe he could do it and in the end he succeeded.
After nearly five years away from top championship contention due to injuries and other obstacles, Marquez has not only fought his way back but has done so with impressive form on a new factory Ducati machine. Puig reflected on the significance of this feat, stating,
To win the 2025 world championship, which is not easy as there are so many good riders, would be a truly global sporting feat.
He highlighted how rare it is for a rider to regain championship-winning form at this stage of his career, describing Marquez as “really special.”
Should Marc Marquez secure the 2025 title, he will match the legendary Valentino Rossi’s seven premier class world championships and draw level on nine total crowns across MotoGP, Moto2, and 125cc categories. This achievement would not only rewrite his personal legacy but also mark a profound chapter in racing history, showcasing resilience, dedication, and exceptional talent. As the season unfolds, motorsport fans around the world eagerly watch to see if Marquez can complete what many consider to be one of the sport’s most inspiring comebacks.
