P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Even in the absence of Marc Marquez, the MotoGP grid doesn’t look like it will be spared further defeat at the hands of the family as Alex Marquez – now free of the pressures of his championship battle – looks to fill the void. Dominant in Malaysia, he showed no signs of slowing down on Friday in Portugal…
During the 2025 Portuguese Grand Prix weekend, Alex Marquez showed significant improvement compared to his previous performances there. He emerged as a dominant force by sweeping both practice sessions on Friday.
Alex has transformed from being in the shadow of his older brother Marc Marquez to now leading the Ducati team successfully, even surpassing the expected lead rider Pecco Bagnaia.
With three grand prix victories this season, including the latest one at Sepang, Alex has solidified his position in MotoGP as a top contender.
Despite facing competition from top riders like Bagnaia, Acosta, Bezzecchi, and Mir, Alex Marquez’s long-running pace and consistent performance have been the talk of the town.
His comfort with the Ducati at the challenging Portimao circuit, coupled with the team’s support and his own skill level, has positioned Alex Marquez as a formidable force in MotoGP.
