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Factory Ducati or KTM? Is Marc Marquez plotting something big for 2025?
It has been confirmed that Marc Marquez will end his long association with Honda and is likely to join Gresini Ducati for next season. However, the bigger question is what Marquez will do in 2025 when several high-profile seats on the grid become available. If Marquez has a successful first year as a Ducati rider, it is likely that he will want a factory bike again in 2025. Francesco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini’s current contracts run until the end of 2024, so they will also be under pressure to perform. If Marquez finds a year-old Desmosedici competitive with Gresini, he may consider the best bike on the grid, which could potentially be offered by his Ducati employers. Initially, there were rumors suggesting that Marquez would go to KTM, as he had dinner with KTM boss Pit Beirer and expressed optimism about their future prospects. KTM’s aggressive plans to expand could make them an attractive option for Marquez in 2025 if the bike proves its worth. There is also the possibility of a reconciliation between Honda and Marquez in 2025 after his year with Gresini, as Honda could “loan” him to Gresini and then welcome him back after improving their package. The contracts of other top riders, such as Fabio Quartararo, could also impact Marquez’s plans for 2025.
Source: Crash
