2025 MotoGP World Runner-up Alex Marquez: “I’m not asking Spanish journalists to be more ‘friendly’, but they’re more neutral. What you guys do, and what I really like, is that you’re great defenders of Italian riders.”

Alex Marquez enjoyed his best season in MotoGP in 2025. The Gresini rider has felt very comfortable with the Borgo Panigale prototype since he first rode the Ducati Desmosedici GP24 at the Barcelona test at the end of 2024. During the campaign he confirmed his feelings and to his credit finished the course in second place in the overall standings. 6 wins (3 in sprints, 3 on Sunday), 27 podiums (15 on Saturday, 12 on Sunday).

73 claimed in a recent interview with Mow Mag: “Do I feel undervalued? Yes, it happens a lot.”. I often hear people say that having a Ducati means you can get on the podium (…) I think so. This year, the people who understand and the people in the paddock understood what I was capable of.and this is important. ”

your question is My goal is to become a factory driver again -That was in 2020 with the Repsol Honda Team-, points out Alex Marquez. “Let’s take a lookI’m very happy with Gresini. it’s true Every driver always has a small hope and aspiration to reach an official team.but the atmosphere here is hard to find elsewhere. I don’t know if I will be lucky enough to choose it in the future, Got a great opportunity to get an official Gresini bike next year. Let’s see what happens in 2026. “He will have to develop new parts during the season and his status will be his official driver status.”.

The Cervera native has also been asked about a documentary Dorna published this year. 2015 clash between Marc Márquez and Valentino Rossi: “I’m not involved… so all I can say is that for me. “As much as I don’t think it’s right to make a fuss over that article again, the right day for publication was not chosen.”.

Finally, Alex Marquez gives his opinion when asked about the work of Italian journalists and mountain media following current events in the World Motorcycle Championship. “What you do and what I really like is that you are a great advocate for Italian drivers.”. You have a great sense of protection, which is great. I I’m not asking Spanish media to be more “friendly”, but our journalists are more neutral.. “I really like that spirit you have with your drivers.”