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Marquez doubts recent podium form will continue in final MotoGP races
The recent India/Japan double-header was a much-needed success for Marc Marquez and the Honda team during a difficult season. Marquez achieved his first podium finish since the season opener in India, coming in third place. He was also in contention for a podium finish in the grand prix at Buddh, but unfortunately crashed out. In Japan, Marquez managed to secure a third-place finish in the wet flag-to-flag race, marking his first Sunday podium since 2022. The track conditions in both races played to Honda’s strengths and helped to hide some of the bike’s weaknesses. Marquez is aware that the upcoming races will pose a greater challenge, as the tracks require different strategies and better grip. Nonetheless, he remains determined to perform at his best and enjoy the good moments. Marquez also expressed admiration for championship contenders Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia, acknowledging the extra effort and focus they displayed in challenging conditions.
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