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Marc Marquez has described learning from Ducati rider Francesco Bagnaia as “a pleasure”, labelling the 2023 MotoGP champion as the
The 2024 season has kicked off with intense battles between Marquez and Bagnaia in MotoGP, with their latest clash happening at the Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez, where Bagnaia emerged victorious by a mere 0.372s margin. Marquez secured his first podium with Gresini Ducati in that race, showcasing his competitive spirit. However, an earlier collision between the two at Portimao resulted in both riders missing out on scoring any points due to controversy. Marquez expressed his admiration for Bagnaia’s skills, stating that it’s a pleasure to learn and compete against the World Champion. Despite Marquez currently trailing 32 points behind championship leader Jorge Martin, he believes it’s premature to focus on a title challenge, acknowledging that certain tracks may pose challenges for him. Marquez remains determined to improve his performance and close the gap to his rivals as the season progresses.
