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Has Marc Marquez’s unintentionally revealing Thai GP dominance set the tone for the MotoGP season ahead?
The 2025 MotoGP season-opener saw not only Marc Marquez dominating but also his brother Alex supporting him in qualifying and races. Alex even led part of the grand prix to protect Marc from a likely penalty. This performance by the Marquez family could potentially set the tone for the rest of the season. The Thai Grand Prix episode of The Race MotoGP Podcast delves into the Marquez domination, including Pecco Bagnaia’s struggles against his own teammate. The podcast also explains the team switch that put Marquez at risk of a tyre penalty, and discusses the impact of the scorching temperatures on the riders. Additionally, the podcast covers the impressive performance of rookie Ai Ogura and its significance for Aprilia, as well as the mixed fortunes of Honda, Yamaha, and KTM during the weekend. For more in-depth MotoGP coverage, fans can access bonus podcasts on The Race Members’ Club on Patreon, with a special 90% discount on the first month.