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The 2025 MotoGP season was one of Marc Marquez’s most dominant, as he sauntered to a seventh world title with five rounds to spare. But we look at the hypothetical championship where Marquez wasn’t present, and just how much that would have changed things for Ducati and the rest of the field…
Marc Marquez’s exceptional performance in 2025, finishing 78 points ahead of the field despite missing the final four rounds, showcased his incredible talent. His return from a serious arm injury in 2020 and subsequent domination on the factory Ducati demonstrated his resilience and skill.
With 11 grand prix victories, 14 sprint wins, and consistent high-point weekends, Marquez’s performance surpassed even his pre-injury form. The struggles of other riders on the Ducati, like Pecco Bagnaia and Fabio Di Giannantonio, highlighted Marquez’s exceptional ability to perform consistently.
Marquez’s success raised questions about Ducati’s standing in the championship and whether its dominance could continue in the future. His absence from previous title battles and his unparalleled performance in 2025 left the rest of the grid strategizing on how to challenge him in the upcoming season.
Even in a hypothetical scenario without Marquez, Ducati and Alex Marquez would have still emerged as dominant forces in the 2025 MotoGP championship. Alex’s impressive results and potential highlighted his talent and his ability to shine in the absence of his older brother’s shadow.
