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Alex Marquez has warned about the top speed of Ducati’s rivals ahead of the Thai GP
Gresini’s Alex Marquez believes Ducati riders will struggle to overtake on straights during the MotoGP Thai Grand Prix due to the similarity of their rivals. Ducati traditionally excels in top speed, with the GP26 showing strength in this area again in the new season. At the Buriram test, Pecco Bagnaia hit 342km/h with a new ride height device aiding straight-line speed. Despite the power-heavy first sector of the Buriram track, Marquez is cautious of the competition’s power at the start of the season. Testing has been valuable for Marquez with factory Ducati machinery, providing opportunities to enhance his bike setup. This busy pre-season phase has given Marquez chances to improve his package and make meaningful progress compared to previous years.
