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Marc Marquez was satisfied with his Sepang test but admits there is more work to do
Reigning MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez expressed contentment with his progress at the Sepang test with Ducati, but acknowledged the need for improvement as a few riders are faster than him. This was Marquez’s first MotoGP outing since his 2025 season was cut short due to a collision at the Indonesian Grand Prix.
Despite leading the first day’s sessions, Marquez ended the three-day test in fourth place, trailing Fabio Di Giannantonio, Marco Bezzecchi, and Alex Marquez. He praised the work done with the Ducati GP26, stating that everything is heading in the right direction.
Looking ahead to the Buriram test, Marquez emphasized the importance of refining Ducati’s performance before the start of the season. He noted the physical toll of the test but remained optimistic about the team’s progress.
Marquez highlighted the significance of the Thai test in assessing their competitiveness, noting the need to bridge the gap with the faster riders. He experienced his first crash of the year at Sepang due to testing a new aero package that altered the bike’s balance, catching him off guard.
