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2025 Dutch MotoGP: Marc Marquez wins sprint after starting fourth
Ducati’s Marc Marquez increased his MotoGP championship lead by moving from fourth to first in the Dutch Grand Prix sprint, defeating Gresini’s Alex Marquez.
After an impressive start that saw Marc almost take the lead on the first lap, he overtook polesitter Fabio Quartararo, with Alex Marquez in close pursuit.
The Marquez brothers raced together for most of the sprint, but Marc managed to maintain his lead against Alex’s attempts to overtake.
Ultimately, Marc Marquez won the sprint with a 0.351s lead over Alex Marquez, securing his ninth victory of the season.
The championship leader now has a 43-point advantage over Alex Marquez, with Pecco Bagnaia falling to fifth position from the overall standings.
Other notable moments included Quartararo’s crash on lap 10 and Bezzecchi’s podium finish, marking a successful Dutch Grand Prix sprint for Ducati and Aprilia.
