On September 14, Fernando Alonso expressed admiration for Marc Marquez following the Spanish MotoGP rider’s record-breaking points achievement. Alonso, a renowned Formula 1 driver, took to social media to commend Marquez’s performance at the Misano Grand Prix, highlighting his compatriot’s outstanding feat.
Marc Marquez, the Factory Ducati competitor, currently leads the championship and is positioned to secure his seventh MotoGP world title. He surpassed the previous highest points tally in a single season by accumulating 512 points over 16 races, edging past Jorge Martin’s 508 points. Martin had set the record while claiming his first premier class championship in 2024.
Fernando Alonso shared his congratulations in Spanish on Instagram, celebrating the milestone accomplished by the 32-year-old rider. Marquez is anticipated to confirm his MotoGP world championship at the upcoming race in Japan and is likely to extend his record in the final six rounds of the 2025 season. Meanwhile, Alonso will focus on maximizing his own points total over the remaining eight races in the 2025 Formula 1 calendar.
Marc Marquez Reflects on Lessons from Fernando Alonso
In a 2024 interview with DAZN, Marc Marquez detailed valuable insights gained from following Fernando Alonso’s Formula 1 career. He highlighted Alonso’s respectful approach toward rivals, emphasizing the importance of recognizing an opponent’s strengths rather than diminishing them. Marquez described Alonso’s competitive style as both forceful and considerate, explaining:
“One of the things that Fernando taught me is that you don’t have to belittle your rival. But on the contrary, you have to see their strengths to prepare better. Fernando has always been one of the drivers who has tried to crush his teammate or rival, but with respect. Both on the track and off it, and knowing who he was facing.” —Marc Marquez, MotoGP rider
Marquez further praised Alonso’s remarkable driving skill and the excitement he brings to racing, noting the Spaniard’s ability to perform extraordinary overtakes. He contrasted Alonso’s racing talent with others who rely heavily on technological aids like DRS (Drag Reduction System):
“What happens in Formula 1 is that it depends a lot on the car, so everything also depends technically. But I am sure that it will be a show, and above all, that it will never lose that magic of those overtakes that are different. For me, 1, 2 or 3 drivers do that. The rest overtake in DRS, and Fernando is one of those who can overtake you in any corner,” he said. —Marc Marquez, MotoGP rider
Fernando Alonso’s Diverse Motorsport Achievements
Though primarily linked with Formula 1, Fernando Alonso has built a diverse motorsport legacy, excelling beyond the F1 sphere. He triumphed in the prestigious 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race consecutively in 2018 and 2019 as part of the Toyota Gazoo Racing team. Additionally, Alonso claimed victory at the 2019 24 Hours of Daytona, further establishing his versatility and endurance racing prowess.
The mutual recognition between Alonso and Marquez underscores the respect and admiration shared among top-tier motorsport athletes. Marquez’s new MotoGP points record not only cements his dominance in the 2025 season but also invites anticipation about his continued performance in the upcoming races. Meanwhile, Alonso’s focus remains steadfast on his own drive to succeed in the remaining Formula 1 events this year, highlighting a shared spirit of determination and excellence within the Spanish racing community.
