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Marquez now “has the speed” on Ducati MotoGP bike after maiden podium
Eight-time world champion Marc Marquez bounced back from a crash in qualifying, starting eighth but finishing second in the 12-lap sprint at the Algarve International Circuit. Marquez made a daring pass on Jorge Martin on the final lap, earning his first podium on the Ducati in just his second weekend with the team. Despite the setback in qualifying, Marquez emphasized the speed of his bike and his ability to overtake, showing improvement from the previous weekend in Qatar. The crash in qualifying occurred due to Marquez engaging his rear ride height device too early, causing the bike to bottom out and sending him off track. Reflecting on the mistake, Marquez acknowledged the error and viewed it as a valuable lesson for the future.
