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Alex Marquez’s Valencia sprint romp was not on the cards for the Gresini rider pre-race
Alex Marquez expressed his surprise at his dominant pace in the MotoGP Valencia Grand Prix sprint, noting they weren’t the fastest in any session prior.
Despite focusing on testing a new aerodynamic package during practice, Marquez’s competitive edge shone through, leading to an unexpected victory in the sprint.
Securing his third sprint win of the campaign, Marquez emphasized the importance of focus and maintaining speed for future races.
His ability to preserve the soft rear tire exceeded expectations, allowing him to execute his race plan flawlessly.
Marquez credited the team for minor setup improvements, emphasizing the challenge of extracting the bike’s full potential during race weekends.
