Marquez could be ‘referee’ in MotoGP title fight

Marc Marquez (Repsol Honda RC 213 V) is becoming a problem for 2022 world title contenders. Fabio Quartararo of France (Yamaha YZR M1), Italy’s Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Desmosedici GP22) and Catalan Aleix Espargaro (Aprilia RS-GP), and this weekend the eight-time world champion was able to take another step forward with the Thai Grand Prix at Buriram Circuit.

not him repsol honda rider The title may have a mathematical option, it doesn’t, but it is evolving towards a decisive recovery and growing again in the sports field. He can deduct some very important points from all of that going into the 2022 title.

Marquez finished fourth in Motegi, very close to the drivers who could have been on the podium. I had a small electrical issue which I was able to resolve on the first lap but dropped to fifth despite starting from pole position. “But most importantly, it was his words after the race, confirming he had no pain in his arm and even had the strength to fight in a ‘head-to-head’ with Portugal’s Miguel and take fourth place.” Oliveira (KTM RC 16).

These are the two stats most relevant to Marc Márquez’s recovery and progress, and he could now arrive at the circuit he loves so much and start being a ‘jury’ in contests for the world title. there is. For now, I choose the side of Frenchman Fabio Quartararo, thanks to the “weird carrom” that happened at Motegi.

Applicant must progress

None of the title contenders lived up to expectations for one reason or another, but in the case of Spaniard Aleix Espargaro, a failure of the team’s electronic engineers kept him from podiums and winning battles. This is because he forgot to turn off the low fuel consumption system “Eco-Lap” dedicated to the formation lap.

in the case of Both Quartararo and Bagnaia were not according to the situationthe first leader of the championship, saw how problems plagued his rivals and eventually settled in eighth place, able to increase his advantage in the points table despite everything. However, the Buriram track in particular is not one of the most favorable to his Yamaha’s technical conditions.

Second, “Pecco” Bagnaia, once again overwhelmed by nerves and the pressure of the moment If he wants to reach the end of the championship while thinking about the title, he’ll put everything aside completely and add as many points as possible after playing his fifth “Zero” of the season in Japan. You have to concentrate.

Petrucci, novelty

The last-minute novelty is the presence of Italy’s Danilo Petrucci on the handlebars of the Suzuki GSX RR, standing in for 2020 World Champion Joan Mir of Spain.

Mir is not in a position to return to competition after the final MRI the rider underwent in Spain and will have to continue the recovery process from complex injuries such as a torn talus. Decided to look for alternatives to not leave his second motorcycle in a ‘dry dock’. So the name of the charismatic and friendly Danilo “Petrux” Petrucci came up.

Petrucci, who finished second at the end of America’s AMA MotoAmerica Championship, became a creditor to replace Joan Mir at least in the Thai race. He won 2019 at Mugello (Italy), 2020 at Le Mans (France) and 2021 at KTM.

Many pilots with options to fight for victory

After what was seen at the ‘Twin Ring’ in Motegi, the victory of Australia’s Jack Miller (Ducati Desmosedici GP22) will have a more valid interlocutor at the end of this championship. In this part of the championship, especially as the competition faces a return to the Grand Prix of ‘his’ home, Australia’s home on Phillip Island.

South Africa’s Brad Binder (KTM RC 16) and Spain’s Jorge Martin (Ducati Desmosedici GP22) could both be seen swinging full swing on the podium at Motegi, so I’ve grown in this part of the championship. He’s not the only rider doing it. We will no doubt seek more results like these in the rest of the season.

As for the title contenders panorama can be complicated if they don’t get smart and all these pilots that have to be taken into account for reasons already detailed add as many other pilots to seek There is a possibility. An end-of-season glory to prepare for the next season with a sweeter taste.

Italy’s Enea “La Bestia Bastianini” (Ducati Desmosedici GP2), France’s Johann Zarco (Ducati Desmosedici GP22), Spain’s Maverick Vinales (Aprilia RS-GP), Alex Rins (Suzuki GSX RR), Portugal’s Miguel Oliveira (KTM RC) 16) and a long list of Italian riders such as Luca Marini, Marco Bezzecchi, Fabio Di Giannantonio (all Ducati) and Franco Morbidelli (Yamaha YZR M1 ).

For a completely different reason, Spaniard Pol Espargaro (Repsol Honda RC 213 V) is another rider to consider. Although he will not stop challenging riders from Granollers until the end, it is also true that there are various disadvantages.