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Marc Marquez will start the new MotoGP season on the 2024-spec Ducati aero package
Reigning MotoGP champion Marc Marquez reveals that his shoulder injury from last year has led him to begin the 2026 season with Ducati’s 2024 aero package. Despite the setback, Marquez remains the favorite to compete for the championship title. Due to the right shoulder injury, Marquez has switched back to the 2024 aero package as it is less physically demanding for him in his current condition. He states that both the 2024 and 2025 aerodynamics work well but in different ways, showcasing his adaptability. Marquez anticipates that the race weekend will be gentler on his shoulder compared to testing, expressing readiness to compete.
