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Hurt Marc Marquez admits “I was destroyed, I said ‘I cannot ride'”
Marc Marquez revealed that he was physically drained before winning the MotoGP Dutch Grand Prix due to two major crashes on Friday at Assen, sustaining injuries on the left side of his body.
Despite the setbacks, Marquez qualified fourth, went on to win both the sprint and the grand prix, increasing his championship lead to 68 points after his rival Alex Marquez broke his hand in a crash.
Marquez credited adrenaline as the best painkiller, allowing him to push through the discomfort during the races despite feeling “destroyed” before the grand prix on Sunday.
Reflecting on his recent performances, Marquez acknowledged that he has been excelling in challenging situations, managing to secure victories at circuits where he historically struggled.
He expressed happiness at earning 37 points and wished his injured brother a speedy recovery, emphasizing the importance of having all competitors healthy on the track for a competitive championship battle.
