P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Marc Marquez clinched an incredibly well-deserved/long foregone-conclusion title at Motegi, but he wasn’t the standout rider
Marc Marquez secured the 2025 MotoGP title at Motegi, although he wasn’t the standout rider of the Japanese Grand Prix weekend.
The battle for the spotlight was between a former and current team-mate, with the deciding factor being the step one of them took relative to their recent form.
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Bagnaia’s stunning performance marked a significant turnaround from his previous struggles, now tied for eighth in premier-class wins.
Joan Mir also had a standout weekend, showing strength and skill comparable to his 2020 title win.
Marquez’s nervousness and solid performance, despite not being his best weekend, hinted at potential challenges ahead in the next rounds.
Quartararo’s struggles with the Yamaha M1 showcased issues in transitioning single-lap speed to race consistency, setting the stage for more challenges in MotoGP.
