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Alex Marquez considers himself his biggest rival in the battle for P2 in the MotoGP standings
Gresini Ducati MotoGP rider Alex Marquez acknowledges the challenge of battling with an in-form Pecco Bagnaia and sees himself as his main rival for the second spot in the standings.
Struggling for pace in Japan last weekend, Alex Marquez was unable to hold off older brother Marc Marquez in the 2025 championship battle.
Despite having a good advantage in the standings, Bagnaia’s resurgence poses a threat to Alex Marquez’s runner-up position.
Maintaining focus on his own performance, Alex Marquez aims to extract the potential from the bike in each race and keep attacking.
Acknowledging Marc Marquez’s determination to win the remaining races, Alex Marquez knows the key to success lies in focusing on oneself and maintaining a competitive edge.
Reflecting on his struggles in Japan, Alex Marquez admits a lack of intensity and precise feedback contributed to his difficulties during the Grand Prix weekend.
Addressing the need to find the right set-up and regain his confidence on the MotoGP bike, Alex Marquez is determined to overcome these challenges and perform better in future races.
