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Marquez COTA MotoGP sprint podium was “unexpected” as “feeling was terrible”
Marc Marquez qualified third on the grid in the 2023-spec Ducati and moved up to second position after the start, ultimately finishing behind Maverick Vinales. Despite battling issues on the bike that required adjustments to his riding style, Marquez was able to secure a second-place finish. He acknowledged that the result was unexpected due to the challenges he faced during the race. Marquez highlighted the significance of his performance at COTA, noting that even with room for improvement in his riding style, he achieved a valuable outcome compared to his performance in Portugal. Looking ahead, Marquez aims to enhance his consistency in lap times to challenge the competitiveness of his rivals.
