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In the high-speed world of MotoGP™, Alex Marquez shares his confidence in his brother Marc Marquez's ability to adapt to Ducati and his anticipation for the upcoming season. Alex begins with firm belief in Marc's capabilities: “I don’t have any doubts that [Marc Marquez] will achieve the level because he already showed it,” showing unwavering confidence in his brother's prowess on the track. However, he notes the challenges ahead, especially with Ducati's experienced riders: “Of course, he needs to take care at the beginning of the season because there are a lot of Ducati Motor Holding riders with more experience than him with this bike." This realistic take acknowledges the learning curve Marc faces with his new team. Alex advises a strategic approach: “He can be a bit stronger, see if he can score good points in the first few races and make a season stepping forward, then he’ll be in the fight." It's about building momentum and adapting as the season progresses. But Alex also tempers expectations: “But it’s too early at the moment to have any expectations.” This cautious optimism reflects the unpredictability of racing. Looking ahead to the pre-season, Alex says, “In the pre-season he will see what he needs to improve more, if he struggles or not, if the strong points he had on last year’s bike [Honda] are also useful in this bike [Ducati]…” This period will be crucial for Marc to adjust and find his edge. Alex concludes with respect and anticipation: “For sure, he’ll be fast and will put the rest of us in difficulties. Anyway, it will be great to see how far he is going with this new bike.” The Marquez brothers continue to shape the MotoGP landscape, and the upcoming season promises more thrilling moments on the track! 🏁🏍️💨 #AlexMarquez #MarcMarquez #MotoGP #Ducati #GresiniRacing #RacingBrothers #NewChallenges #MotorcycleRacing #Brothers #MM93 #AM73 #469Motorsports

A splendid Ducati podium with a “poker” of our aces. A stratospheric Pecco triumphs, for the third year in a row, on a track that is imbued with the history of motorcycling, as prestigious as it is demanding, and this on a perfect weekend, putting his hallmark on everything possible: free and timed practice runs, Pole position, Sprint Race, MotoGP and record of the track. Simply fantastic! A moment of extraordinary form, his third victory in succession, after Barcelona and Mugello, which equals Casey Stoner for number of wins with Ducati: 23! A race that he literally dominated with impressive lap times: after an impeccable start, with disarming superiority, he managed a safety margin that never left any doubt. The only one to attempt some opposition was, as usual, a tenacious and solid Martin who, with a display of great generosity, tried to keep up the pace, only having to settle, so to speak, for an important second place: he was able to limit the losses, optimising his fine performance with important points: bravo! Equally valuable were his sportsmanship and objectivity, expressed in post-race declarations as well, which I greatly appreciated. An excellent 3rd place for Enea thanks to a great comeback in the second half of the race, a trait that is now in his DNA. He recovered from tenth place on the grid with an incisive and unstoppable race pace that rewarded him with an excellent podium spot. He could not catch up with Martin, but his was a ride that took him to successfully challenge even Marc Marquez. And how can we not underline the performance of Di Giannantonio who, after a faltering start, recovered with great determination to challenge for third place with the other protagonists. Victories like these are pure joy, but there is more: a Pecco always focused on the race is our best way to overcome the happenings of the riders “market”, letting us concentrate solely on the races, especially the next GP leading into the summer break. One last important reflection accompanies this Grand Prix: to the entire Pramac team and to Paolo Campinoti goes my gratitude and appreciation, as strong and true as is our friendship, as well as for the mutual professional and human esteem marked by the many meaningful and important moments shared in an ambitious and challenging project that, also thanks to them, has become firstly reality and then history: a Ducati path that has seen us grow and evolve, and with us the bike, and the young talents who have ridden it. Of course it is a shame to lose such a precious reality, but the joy and the memory of the great work we did together will always prevail! Come on, Ducati! #Ducati #DucatiLenovoTeam #ForzaDucati #MotoGP

Maverick Viñales takes a sensational win at the 2024 Portimao MotoGP™ Sprint, marking his first victory with Aprilia Official in a race filled with twists and turns! 🚀 Battling through sickness, Viñales seized the moment when the race leader, Ducati’s Pecco Bagnaia, made a critical mistake, running wide at Turn 1 with just four laps to go. The drama didn’t stop there; as Jorge Martín Almoguera and Marc Márquez were hot on his tail, creating a nail-biting chase to the finish. Martin looked poised to challenge Viñales but a slip on the penultimate lap widened the gap, allowing Viñales to hold on to the win. In a thrilling last-lap maneuver, Marquez claimed the second spot on the podium, leaving Martin to complete the top three after a hard-fought battle. Meanwhile, Bagnaia managed to clinch fourth place, narrowly ahead of Jack Miller who had led the early laps of the race. A day of highs and lows saw pole sitter Enea Bastianini finish sixth, after a troubled start. With every turn, the race kept fans on the edge of their seats, showcasing the unpredictable and exhilarating nature of MotoGP. Pedro Acosta, Aleix Espargaró, Fabio Quartararo, and Raúl Fernández rounded out the top ten, in a race where strategy and skill were key. Cheers to Maverick Viñales for an unforgettable victory under challenging conditions - a true display of resilience and mastery on the track! Let’s celebrate this incredible win. 𝗙𝘂𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘀 1. Maverick Viñales 2. Marc Marquez 3. Jorge Martin 4. Francesco Bagnaia 5. Jack Miller 6. Enea Bastianini 7. Pedro Acosta 8. Aleix Espargaro 9. Fabio Quartararo 10. Raul Fernandez 11. Marco Bezzecchi 12. Miguel Oliveira 13. Alex Marquez 14. Joan Mir 15. Augusto Fernandez 16. Franco Morbidelli 17. Takaaki Nakagami 18. Luca Marini - Johann Zarco (DNF) - Brad Binder (DNF) - Fabio Di Giannantonio (DNF) - Alex Rins (DNF) #MaverickViñales #Aprilia #Portimao #PortugueseGP #MotoGP #ApriliaPower #DucatiDominance #MarquezMagic #MotorcycleRacing #RaceDay #469Motorsports

Eight reasons MotoGP will be even better in 2024 https://lnkd.in/eyiaskAW MotoGP 2023 had its flaws, but it grew into the championship’s greatest title fight in years as Pecco Bagnaia and Jorge Martin’s battle ebbed and flowed through twist after twist in the final three months of the season. And it was equally good value off-track too, thanks to Marc Marquez and the machinations over his future. OK, I can hear the sceptical voices as I type. Some of the loudest probably come from my colleagues on The Race MotoGP Podcast, where I’m happy to be the Tigger to my fellow pundits’ Eeyores at times. Yes, there is the possibility that once back on a competitive bike Marc Marquez will reveal that everyone who's won titles during his compromised years was just an inferior pretender. Yes, Ducati may still be near-unbeatable. Yes, the season is punishingly long, especially with sprints added, and the injury rate last year was unacceptable and couldn’t be shrugged off as a coincidence. Yes, the tyre pressure rule situation risks causing farces. Yes, it’s a huge shame that ‘dirty air’ is invading even motorbike racing and aero has been allowed to get out of control. I get all that. MotoGP 2024 will be flawed, too. But here are eight reasons why it’s also going to be even better than a 2023 season that will still be remembered as a classic (...).

🏁Marc Márquez opens up about his first week racing outside the Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) team, marking a new chapter in his illustrious career. Here's what he had to say about his performance: "Of course, we tried and we pushed [for the podium], but it was not possible. They were faster than me. But it's not a frustration because I already said on Thursday; Our position is 4th-5th-6th. In fact, yesterday 5th [in the Sprint] today 4th" His determination shines through as he continues to aim high, "Always the podium was close. But it's true that still I don't feel 100% comfortable to ride like I want. But let's see if we can improve for the next races." Marquez remains optimistic about the future, highlighting the importance of persistence and adaptation. As he adjusts to his new team dynamics and the feel of a different bike, there's a journey of adaptation ahead. "But let's see if we can improve for the next races." As Marquez navigates this transition, his resilience and relentless pursuit for improvement remain evident. The road ahead may be filled with new challenges, but his focus on progress and adaptation suggests exciting races are on the horizon. Here's to seeing how this new chapter unfolds for one of MotoGP's greats. 💪🔥 #MarcMarquez #NewChapter #MotoGPPassion #Marquez #MM93 #GresiniRacing #Ducati #MotoGP #MotoGP75 #469Motorsports

The hype is real – at least for motorsport fans!   The MotoGP Grand Prix in Le Mans, France attracted 297,471 spectators over the weekend – a new attendance record. This is remarkable if you consider the ongoing debate around motorsports and its fuel consumption in light of sustainability. I am in favour of motorsport events and the figures show that these events attract more and more fans around the world. From my point of view this is due to the entertainment and excitement that these events consistently deliver.   Would you have guessed that #93 Marc Marquez would be on the podium after being 13th on the grid in Sunday's race and only 0.446 seconds behind race winner Jorge Martin and in front of reigning world champion Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia!!   I guess everyone is wondering how this season will evolve and who will be on top – but equally – who will become second? Besides the sporting aspect my biggest questions are: - Who will ride in the Ducati team next year? - Which bike will Marc Marquez ride in 2025? - Is the success of Marc Marquez only related to the Ducati Bike or is it also because of the team? It seems that at Gresini Racing it is all about the team and that the rider are part of a family. Maybe that’s the differentiating factor? Questions are good but how about predictions. Here are my three predictions for MotoGP: - Jorge Martin will become World Champion 2024 and will ride alongside Franceso “Pecco” Bagnaia for the Ducati team - Marc Marquez will stay at Gresini Racing in 2025 but will be given the newest specification of the Ducati, essentially riding a factory bike. - Liberty Media will produce a 'Drive to Survive' style documentary about the 2025 season which will lead to a significant increase in event attendance and viewership numbers overall. What are your top three predictions for the MotoGP? Share your thoughts in the comments. #motogp #sportfive #sportsmarketing

𝗟𝗲𝗻𝗴𝘁𝗵: 5.380 kilometres / 3.343 miles 𝗪𝗶𝗱𝘁𝗵: 12 metres 𝗟𝗲𝗳𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: 6 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀: 10 𝗟𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁: 1.068 kilometres / 0.664 miles 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗲𝗱: 2004 𝗖𝗶𝗿𝗰𝘂𝗶𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 1m 51.762s (173.2km/h) Luca Marini (Ducati, 2023) 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗟𝗮𝗽: 1m 52.978s (171.4 km/h) Enea Bastianini (Ducati, 2023) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗦𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: Jorge Martín (Ducati) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗥𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗿: Fabio Di Giannantonio (Ducati) Constructed in just over a year at a cost of $58 million for the inaugural MotoGP™ event in 2004. Designed primarily with motorcycling in mind, featuring a flowing 5.4km layout popular with riders. Became the largest lit venue in the world in 2008 with permanent outdoor lighting for night races. Hosted MotoGP's first night race in 2008, won by Casey Stoner on a Ducati. Hosted the MotoGP season opener for 13 consecutive years from 2007 to 2019. Daytime races experienced track temperatures over 45°C, motivating the switch to night events. In 2009, rain postponed the MotoGP race to Monday, showcasing the circuit's unexpected weather challenges. Features alcohol-free cava for the podium ceremony, respecting Qatar's Muslim majority. Noted as one of the circuits with the greatest fuel consumption in the season. Extensive lighting installed without creating glare for spectators or riders and minimizing shadows. The strong braking into turn 1 or the high speed turn 13 are highlights of this track. Lusail International Circuit #LusailCircuit #LusailCircuitSportsClub #LCSC #MotoGP #MotoGP2024 #MotoGP75 #QatarGP #Lusail #Qatar #LusailInternationalCircuit

Yet another splendid all-Ducati podium provides the setting for the eleventh consecutive win, doubly precious since it marks our 100th victory in MotoGP and because it secures the 2024 Constructors' World Championship, the sixth title in our history and fifth consecutive. 100! A significant number in itself that takes on even a greater worth if we consider the short period of time in which it was attained, at least as far as the victories of recent years are concerned. But this is not merely a number: it is the result of a work carried out with commitment, enthusiasm and humility, always trying to grow and improve, and all together. A fundamental Team spirit that marks the sporting and human path, our demeanour and winning drive in which we firmly believe. I thank all the women and men of Ducati Corse for this, on the track and at home, my first thought and congratulations going to all of them: Our Champions! Today's victory bears Enea’s name: immense, with a race conduct that portrayed his prowess and how much he’s able to deliver when starting with the leaders. Not surprising, a crystalline talent who kept close to Martin until he launched the final attack, after both had lapped with awesome timings. Most impressive! Yes, an equally unrelenting Martin, immediately and fiercely challenging at the start and with a superior pace in the first laps in which he seemed to have more in store, then overpowering in his hunger for victory and in his nature of true fighter. Until the end, without ever being satisfied after Pecco's exit, he sought a success fraught with many risks and for this he must be given great credit, even more so after the unhappy epilogue of the last race. What a warrior! Pecco at the beginning was experiencing obvious difficulties due to a problem that we still have to analyse and after having been trailing in the first half of the race he was the protagonist of an irresistible second half of the contest, clocking incredible times, before finding himself in the gravel thus sadly ending a spasmodic chasing of the leaders. And so, after dominating the qualifiers and winning the Sprint Race, not only does he not recover any more world championship points, nor limits the damage, but incurs a most inopportune "zero". To complete the winning party, Marc Marquez, Bezzecchi and Morbidelli, 3rd, 4th and 5th, all contribute to the wonderful Ducati “five”, with all the teams represented and, above all, confirming all the good, or should we say excellent, performance they had shown in the last few races. Come on, Ducati! A special thought in a bittersweet vein: today it was an omen that No. 23 had to win... both on the track and deep in our hearts. Farewell, Luca! #Ducati #DucatiLenovoTeam #ForzaDucati #MotoGP

Wonderful victory in an all but perfect race, with a start that can only be described as outstanding. No exaggeration, really: chapeau! A very important achievement, not just because winning the début race means getting off to the best possible start and providing a strong signal to ourselves as well as to everyone else, but above all because it is the outcome of a weekend that hadn’t started well at all: in fact let's say it was a complicated start, swiftly solved and in the best possible way. A commendable result indeed for the whole team. Pecco dominated the race with the authority of a Champion, immediately setting a pace impossible for others to match, a show of supreme strength just when it was needed. Enea lacked the expected punch, however it is comforting to see him in fifth position, scoring the points needed to stay with the best, waiting to return to being the protagonist he deserves to be. Significant highs also for Martin and Marquez. Jorge, as combative as ever, reaffirmed from the start in Pole and in the Sprint, but also on Sunday, showing all the grit and speed that we know so well and that we had left at the end of last season: whoever will be battling for the title will have to reckon with him, and that's for sure. Marc has already shown all his talent and class through an innate ability to adapt: he is already a fearsome contestant on a bike that is completely new to him, the first of our 2023 bikes at the chequered flag. The experience and desire of a Champion wanting to once again have his say will make the difference in this new adventure. Finally, a consideration: this weekend, between qualifying, Sprint and GP, has once again demonstrated, without it being necessary, how nothing is ever easy or predictable, and even less of a forgone conclusion, even when everything would seem to point that way. Each race is a story unto itself. There are many unknowns to be dealt with and moreover, in a challenge with fierce and competitive opponents who have grown a lot in recent months, as they have clearly demonstrated. Not letting the guard down and never giving up becomes fundamental, with the commitment and effort that can reward us with victories like the one we have just achieved. Come on, Ducati! #Ducati #DucatiLenovoTeam #ForzaDucati #MotoGP #QatarGP

All the MotoGP liveries for British GP - and what they reference https://lnkd.in/eWVekhCq MotoGP teams have unveiled an array of 12 special liveries that will contest the series' throwback-themed British Grand Prix, celebrating the championship's 75-year anniversary. There are only 11 teams on the current MotoGP grid, but LCR runs split liveries due to one entry being backed by Castrol and another by Idemitsu - so has likewise prepared two different colour schemes for the Silverstone race. The key word there is 'race', singular, as - as is usually the practice in MotoGP versus other championships - bikes usually only run in special colour schemes on the final day of the race weekend, and this is again expected to be the case here. Here are the liveries in current championship order, and what the inspiration behind them is (...).