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Marc Marquez may not have been fastest at the end of Friday practice at the German Grand Prix. But race pace analysis paints a different picture, and it’s one his MotoGP rivals will have been fearing coming into the event…
It seems like the 2025 MotoGP season is shaping up to be dominated by Marc Marquez, especially at the Sachsenring circuit where he has been unstoppable in the past. However, unexpected outcomes have occurred at other races this season, like at the Circuit of the Americas and the Spanish Grand Prix.
Despite being the favorite, Marquez finished third in Practice at the Sachsenring behind Fabio Di Giannantonio and Alex Marquez, both setting impressive lap times. Marquez faced some challenges during Practice, including a moment where he lost control of his Ducati.
Marquez’s true strength often lies in his long running pace, hinting at his potential dominance in the main race. However, the forecast for rain during Saturday’s running at the Sachsenring could provide a level playing field against Marquez. This weather condition influenced Marquez’s decision not to push for a final glory run in Practice on Friday afternoon.
