Marco Bezzecchi achieved a significant milestone by returning to the Sprint podium in Assen, marking his first appearance in the closed park since the Sprint races were introduced in 2023. The Italian Aprilia rider expressed clear happiness about this accomplishment, highlighting his appreciation for the track and fans.
Bezzecchi Reflects on His Performance and Challenges During the Race
After the race, Bezzecchi shared his thoughts from the parc fermé, saying,
“It’s fantastic to be here, it’s been a long time since I’ve been on the Sprint podium and there’s no better way to come back here to Assen. I love this track, I love the fans and it’s been fantastic.”
He explained that while he gave an aggressive performance, aiming to challenge Álex Márquez, a slight mistake at turn 3 cost him some distance. He added,
“I was going very fast and at one point I thought I could also attack Álex [Márquez], but I lost the front of the bike a little in turn 3 and lost a few meters because of that, but it was a fantastic job during the day and we’ll see how it goes tomorrow.”
Context of Current Championship Standings and Upcoming Prospects
Currently, Marco Bezzecchi holds sixth place in the championship with 101 points. His return to the Sprint podium at Assen serves as a positive indicator of his form and motivation moving forward. This achievement not only boosts his confidence but also strengthens his standing in a competitive season that features strong performances from riders like Marc Márquez and Diogo Moreira.
