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The Crash MotoGP Podcast team look ahead to the Japanese Grand Prix
In the latest edition of the Crash MotoGP Podcast, the team discusses if Marc Marquez will treat the Japanese Grand Prix like a normal weekend with the title on the line. This weekend marks the 17th round of the 2025 season and MotoGP’s first overseas race since April’s Qatar Grand Prix. The historical significance of Motegi, where Marquez has celebrated MotoGP titles, makes this race pivotal. Marquez, aiming for his seventh premier class title, needs just three points to seal the deal and faces strategic decisions regarding his approach to the weekend. Both the podcast editor and senior journalist emphasize the importance of Marquez treating the race as business as usual to maintain focus and secure the championship. This critical race at Motegi serves as a significant moment in Marquez’s career journey.
