MotoGP star Marc Marquez has revealed the sacrifices he made to boost Ducati’s position at the top of the 2025 standings. Since joining Ducati’s Gresini Racing last year, Marquez has overcome significant challenges to establish a commanding 68-point lead in this season’s championship.
Overcoming Injury and Career Setbacks
Marquez’s career was derailed in 2020 by a serious arm injury that required multiple surgeries and ended his contract prematurely with Honda. Motivated to return stronger, he joined Gresini’s satellite Ducati team in 2024, which reignited his competitive edge. His performances were so impressive that Ducati promoted him to their factory team, replacing the reigning world champion.
The Price of Revival: Personal and Professional Sacrifices
Reflecting on his past year, Marquez stated that joining Gresini was a pivotal decision despite the difficulties he encountered. Reports indicate that Marquez gave up his €25 million annual salary with Honda and separated from his trusted crew chief and key sponsor to pursue this comeback, showcasing his deep commitment to his career resurgence.
Milestones and Future Ambitions
Marquez recently secured his 68th premier-class win at the Dutch Grand Prix, equaling legends such as Giacomo Agostini. With his goal set on surpassing Valentino Rossi’s record of 89 wins, Marquez’s determination continues to inspire fans and analysts alike.
Enduring Spirit Drives Champion’s Journey
As the 2025 MotoGP season progresses, Marquez’s path demonstrates his resilience and unyielding passion for racing, reinforcing his role as a leading figure in the sport’s current landscape.
“many things”
—Marc Marquez, MotoGP Rider
Our Reader’s Queries
Q. Why is MotoGP not so popular?
A. Unfortunately, entertainment tends to be more popular than sports, which is something MotoGP is looking to benefit from. However, the current MotoGP setup lacks the personalities needed to make it dramatic and exciting.
Q. Has anyone won F1 and MotoGP?
A. John Surtees is known for being the only person to win World Championships on both motorcycles and Formula 1 cars. He was equally skilled and courageous in both sports.
Q. Did F1 buy MotoGP?
A. Liberty Media, the company that owns Formula 1, will finalize a £3.6 billion purchase of MotoGP by the end of Thursday. This deal involves Liberty Media acquiring 84% of Dorna, which holds MotoGP’s commercial rights, using cash. Just last week, the European Commission gave the green light for this transaction.
Q. Is F1 faster than MotoGP?
A. A Formula 1 car can reach an impressive speed of 205 mph on the back straight at COTA. This is very fast. However, MotoGP motorcycles can go even faster, hitting 221 mph. Despite this higher speed, their lap times are about 25 seconds slower than those in Formula 1.
