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Marc Marquez admits ‘I’m going to retire sooner because of my body’
Seven-time MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez plans to retire sooner due to his body pushing harder than his mind in the future.
Despite a significant comeback in the 2025 season, winning his seventh premier class title, Marquez faced a shoulder injury, missing the final races.
Heading into the 2026 season, Marquez is expected to dominate and possibly secure another title for the year.
Though likely to renew his contract with Ducati, discussions about Marquez’s retirement arose during a recent interview, where he acknowledged the challenges of determining the right time to retire.
In addition, Marquez revealed his hesitation about his child following his footsteps in racing, expressing concerns about the burden of his legacy.
He emphasized that his offspring wouldn’t lack support but might miss out on acquiring the same drive and motivation.
