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Alex Marquez: Ducati ‘makes you feel important’ as a MotoGP rider
The 2019 Moto2 champion, Alex Marquez, joined Gresini Ducati for the 2023 season after a challenging two years with LCR Honda, where he struggled to match his previous podium form at the factory HRC team. Despite this, Marquez achieved his first pole position in MotoGP in Argentina and went on to win two races while also securing two podium finishes. When asked about his experience as a Ducati rider compared to being with Honda the previous year, Marquez expressed his satisfaction, saying that he felt great and already had his mind set on the next season. He mentioned that the last few races of the current season were dedicated to preparing for the next year, and they made various setup adjustments which proved to work well. Marquez emphasized the positive season, acknowledging that they faced some bad luck initially but highlighted the overall positive aspects in terms of speed, results, and team atmosphere. He also mentioned feeling a sense of importance and support with Ducati compared to feeling somewhat alone in the LCR Honda box the previous season. Marquez will continue with Gresini in 2024 alongside his older brother Marc Marquez, who will join him after recovering from a severe arm injury.
