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MotoGP 2025

Spherical Two – Argentina – Termas de Rio Hondo – Sunday
MotoGP Rider Quotes

Marc Márquez – P1

“Equalling Ángel Nieto is particular… he opened the doorways to Spain for the motorcycling world, he confirmed it to us, and it’s an enormous honour. However right this moment I’m impressed with my brother, about Alex, in a single a part of the race I used to be considering I’d end second, as a result of he was driving tremendous clean, tremendous properly, at all times holding the nook velocity; I noticed his tyre wasn’t smoking. However ultimately, I survived; I took a danger, lots of danger, perhaps an excessive amount of at some factors of the race, however I used to be pleased to exit with 37 factors once more. It’s persevering with very properly within the storage, as Ducati did an distinctive job and inside the household.

“On flip 11, I had some moments throughout the weekend, right this moment I had the same second, however right this moment within the race that was larger, so right this moment throughout the race was after I modified the driving fashion as a result of my sturdy level goes into the nook tremendous quick, however I used to be not capable of do it right this moment on the medium rear tyre. So I attempted to vary the driving fashion, to outlive the laps, to be near Alex and ultimately I felt even higher.

“Immediately was not the plan to be behind Alex; the plan was to steer the race, all of the race. Even earlier than the race we have been very trustworthy between us, I mentioned if you happen to’re behind keep there or in lap 12 or 14 I’ll assault, and he mentioned, okay I’ll do the identical. And in reality, he was successful the race, lap 12-14,s and he did the identical technique, crucial factor is we’re very trustworthy between us, he’ll win some races, a couple of, so I shall be very pleased and if I’m successful he shall be pleased too. I do know when he’s satisfied he can win a World Championship.”

Alex Marquez – P2

“Completely happy to be second once more, tremendous pleased, I feel right this moment we’re nearer than ever to my first MotoGP victory, I attempted my finest, I attempted to push, I do know being in entrance of Marc I used to be utilizing somewhat bit extra of rear tyre, particularly flip six, flip 11, flip seven and eight. I attempted to push till the top, and when he tried to overhaul me in flip 5, and went somewhat extensive and I mentioned now I try to push, I did a 1:38.3 and he did a 1:38.2 and we completed like this. I used to be actually on the restrict and never feeling protected. So I made a decision to push somewhat bit much less and arrived second.

“He’s capable of actually be on the road of the restrict, and he’s actually snug on the restrict. I’m struggling somewhat bit extra, and I factor all of the riders are struggling extra on that a part of the race. So I would like to enhance in that time of the race, I’m tremendous pleased about my tempo, my rhythm, my feeling on the bike.

“We’re in good condition, we’re scoring crucial factors within the championship, so we have to hold going like this. Texas shall be a very good check for us, because it’s a observe that’s probably not a favorite for me, in comparison with Thailand or Argentina, so we’ll see if we may be shut, as a result of it’s not straightforward. We’ll try to make our 100 per cent once more there, and try to be actually good Friday and Saturday and get good factors for the championship. Texas is eighteen or 20 laps there, so perhaps once we get to Jerez I can win. However pleased to steer the race, main a MotoGP race is the place you get the expertise to win a race, I’m preventing this bastard, he’s a World MotoGP champion, what would you like, I’m giving my 100 per cent, and in the mean time I don’t have the efficiency to maintain with him however we’re shut.”

Franco Morbidelli – P3

“It’s improbable, I used to be lacking this sense, and getting again to the rostrum proper right here in South America is particular. We began the weekend struggling somewhat bit, however the staff modified one thing on the bike and we arrived to Sunday with a extremely good bike. The efficiency was nice, I may get well many positions. Now it’s vital to grasp how one can have a very good efficiency in time assault too, however it was an amazing weekend, ranging from eighth, the staff satisfied me to make use of the mushy tyre within the race. They did advert wonderful job, I thank them for all of the laborious work throughout all of the weekend, and I wish to dedicate this podium to all of the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Workforce and the VR46 household.”

Francesco Bagnaia – P4

“I attempted to maintain a constant tempo, however my technique didn’t work. When Franco (Morbidelli) handed me, I attempted to stick with him, however I struggled somewhat bit. I managed to rise up to hurry within the ultimate laps, however I had no likelihood to try to overtake me. It’s true that we narrowed the hole down, however not sufficient. Our tempo was just like the frontrunners, however not shut sufficient to complete on the rostrum. I nonetheless miss the sensation I had final 12 months, regardless of the 2 bikes being very related, however we’re engaged on it and we’ll attempt to make one other step ahead at Austin. We have to keep centered as a result of it’s an extended season, and it’s vital to complete each race, and with the absolute best outcome.”

Fabio Di Giannantonio – P5

“It was an excellent weekend. We made a large step ahead in Argentina in comparison with Thailand, we may combat and we have been as quick as the highest guys. I’m very happy with the staff; they’re unbelievable, and we’re doing wonderful work collectively. Immediately’s race was filled with drama one way or the other, I did a improbable begin, however then I struggled somewhat bit with the entrance tyre as a result of temperature. However I used to be capable of take my tempo to get a Top5, that’s good, however I needed a podium right this moment. I would like to coach my physique this week to reach in Austin in a good condition.”

Johann Zarco – P6

“Though I couldn’t make it to the rostrum, I gave it my all, and we have been sturdy all through your complete race. I did the whole lot I may to extract the utmost from what we had, and it was fascinating to analyse our rivals and compete on the entrance. This weekend has felt like a dream and has given us lots of motivation to maintain working and start to see some gentle on the finish of the tunnel. Many because of everybody for his or her wonderful work”.

Brad Binder – P7

“I’m pleased as a result of I gave completely the whole lot I had from the primary lap. Additionally pleased to get some factors after what occurred yesterday. I had an honest sufficient begin and tried to go together with the blokes. I knew it will be tough as soon as we had our tyre drop, however I did my finest and tried to make zero errors. Sadly, seventh was a very good because it was going to be right this moment. We’re sturdy in braking and entry however we have to discover extra grip on the sting of the rear tyre. As soon as we do this then life will get a lot simpler for us.”

Ai Ogura – P8 (Then DSQ)

“The race was actually good. I used to be fortunate after the beginning and gained lots of positions and after that, I may move a couple of riders, I used to be driving with excellent tempo. In Heat Up we discovered one thing and that made it rather a lot simpler to go sooner within the race. I feel on the brakes, I used to be okay to move the opposite riders, however in opposition to Binder, it was actually powerful to get previous. On the exit, I had a bit extra in comparison with him however on the brakes, he was doing very properly. I used to be somewhat bit dissatisfied about my final lap, that I couldn’t discover a technique to move Binder, however anyway, it was an amazing race and I’m actually pleased about right this moment. I’m pleased in regards to the weekend, however particularly Sunday. It’s a nice disappointment that the outcome can not stand.”

Pedro Acosta – P9

“The bike was working higher however we have to perceive why it’s altering for us between the periods. My race was extra a handicap of excessive strain within the entrance, as soon as I managed that I may transfer ahead and move different riders. I used to be catching Brad on the finish however then had some arm-pump and it was laborious to vary route in some corners. The one time I had arm-pump in my life was my first race in MotoGP. Usually I don’t have these items. I don’t assume it’s one thing vital.”

Joan Mir – P10

“I knew that right here, tyre administration can be vital, and I used to be in a gaggle that allowed me to do it at the beginning. Defending myself underneath braking, I used to be snug, and I had Zarco and Bagnaia simply forward – I used to be driving in a great way. Then the battle actually began with everybody, and I used to be defending on a regular basis on the brakes, however we had to make use of lots of tyre to do that. It’s fairly irritating truthfully as a result of I feel I may have been deeper inside the highest ten – however we have been within the combine and preventing with everybody. A superb job, however I need extra which can be good as a result of it reveals the progress now we have made.”

Luca Marini – P11

“My tempo in direction of the top of the race was actually good, we did an enormous, large step with the setting of the bike in comparison with yesterday. My staff did an amazing job. It’s a little bit of a pity as a result of Miller had a slide at the beginning, so I needed to change my trajectory which put us again a bit. I used to be capable of shut virtually 4 seconds to Mir after preventing by way of many riders which meant I had no tyres left proper on the finish to try to move him for tenth. Throughout the race we have been capable of perceive some extra areas to work on within the coming races which ought to permit us to be higher. General, it has been a very good weekend with a few limits and the image for Honda is coming extra optimistic. We have to discover one thing in Qualifying to keep away from these kinds of conditions at the beginning of the race however tremendous pleased with our work.”

Alex Rins – P12

“Immediately was powerful. It was my determination to race with the mushy rear tyre. Yesterday, after the Dash, all the information pointed in direction of the medium rear tyre for the Race, however I attempted it on this morning‘s Heat Up, and the sensation was not good, so I made a decision to go for the mushy. It was truly fairly tough to handle all of the race with the mushy. I needed to be very mild to handle the tyre life. The entrance of the M1 is tremendous good, however there are another areas we have to work on.”

Maverick Viñales – P13

“It has been an vital weekend for us. We didn’t begin as we needed, however we recovered lots of info that has introduced us to a greater feeling total. Immediately, I rode significantly better than yesterday, and it gave me further motivation for the subsequent spherical. I feel that we discovered a technique to go, and I felt way more snug on the bike, so I’m trying ahead to the subsequent spherical.”

Jack Miller – P14

“The discharge at the beginning of the race wasn‘t too unhealthy, however then I had a little bit of wheel spin — perhaps I used to be somewhat too aggressive on the clutch, or the observe was fairly soiled — which brought about me to lose a couple of positions. Happily, I used to be capable of get well them pretty rapidly. Nevertheless, we struggled with grip. We opted for the medium rear tyre, and I‘m undecided if it was the correct determination, however it‘s at all times simpler to say that after the race. Anyway, I attempted to be as mild as doable and discover my rhythm. With 11 laps to go, I felt like I used to be catching as much as the opposite riders, however ultimately, our tyre degradation was related, so I wasn‘t capable of transfer ahead as a lot as I had anticipated. General, it‘s been a priceless studying weekend for us. In fact, we wish to be nearer to the entrance, and I‘m assured that we‘ll come again stronger in Texas in two weeks’ time.”

Fabio Quartararo – P15

“There’s not a lot to say. The contact between Bezzecchi and me within the first nook was unlucky. I went extensive, I used to be in final place, and in addition our tempo was not tremendous good all weekend. I may have perhaps been a couple of positions increased, as a result of beginning the Race like this, you just about hold your place. It was a extremely powerful weekend total. Let’s see if we will do a bit higher on the subsequent GP.”

Raul Fernandez – P16

“To begin with, I’m pleased with the brand new steward panel. You may converse with them and might clarify your viewpoint. I agree solely 50% with the penalty, as a result of I touched with Enea (Bastianini) somewhat bit, however he crashed alone as a result of he didn’t decide up the bike. However I’m nonetheless pleased with the stewards – it is a step for us. Other than that, we modified the bike once more right this moment – I acquired on this bike in Thailand, after I was injured and I didn’t really feel so properly with my physique and perhaps that was a mistake, as a result of we misplaced the road somewhat bit. In Thailand it was roughly good however right here, after two days, the bike didn’t work like I need. So, we got here again to the best way I had final 12 months and that was the important thing to really feel aggressive once more. My beginning place wasn’t the most effective, plus the penalty, however lap by lap I felt the tempo to combat with them. I had a really related tempo like Fabio (Quartararo), who was a lot sooner than us yesterday. This provides me the sensation we improved. Within the final a part of the race, I felt excellent with the bike and the tires, so I’m very motivated to go to Texas.”

Fermin Aldeguer – P17

“Too unhealthy, as a result of with the long-lap penalty the race was type of compromised already. We even had a very good begin after which, in the most effective time, whereas I used to be behind the sooner group and able to be taught, I needed to carry out the penalty. I re-joined with a very good tempo however then a coming along with one other rider made me lose some focus. We have to enhance in lots of areas, particularly underneath braking, however right this moment I can say that, in comparison with Thailand, I noticed some enhancements. Nonetheless not result-wise, however we should be affected person.”

Enea Bastianini – P18

“My race completed early, sadly, after Raul Fernandez pushed me out in T9 as he arrived too quick, and I crashed, which was an amazing disgrace as a result of I took a robust begin, already preventing for thirteenth after one lap. I acquired as much as rejoin the race, to take the expertise and see how my feeling was, even when I used to be lacking the wing on the left aspect. Our tempo was good right this moment regardless of the unusual sensation with out one wing. Tyres dropped rather a lot within the ultimate laps, however I pushed rather a lot within the center as I gave the whole lot to come back again. Ultimately, we made the hole, and a minimum of I didn’t end final, however it was simply an unlucky race for us.”

Somkiat Chantra – P19

“Immediately was fairly difficult; the sensation was notably totally different from yesterday. I couldn’t combat for the positions the best way I needed to, and it was tough to take care of my tempo. We’ll analyse the information totally and see what we will do to enhance this sense shifting ahead.”

Marco Bezzecchi – DNF

“It was my mistake — I braked too late. I managed to overlook Franco Morbidelli, however sadly, I hit Fabio Quartararo’s rear tyre. I’ve already apologised to his staff, however I’d prefer to take this chance to apologise as soon as once more to Fabio. In any case, it was a very good weekend. We had the tempo to battle for the great positions. We nonetheless want to enhance in qualifying, and that shall be my aim for the subsequent GP. I additionally felt good on the bike within the warm-up session, and I anticipated to have the ability to trip a very good race, however the mistake on the primary nook modified my plans”.

Workforce Supervisor Quotes

Davide Brivio – Trackhouse Workforce Principal

“An incredible day once more for Ai. He did an amazing restoration, beginning in P15 and ending eighth however particularly what we actually loved are the fights with many skilled riders, overtaking when it’s not really easy to do, total, it was excellent, one other nice weekend from Ai regardless of the beginning place. We go ahead, hold going. Raul sadly, had this penalty. There’s nothing you are able to do. This penalized all his race. It seems to be like on the finish, he was snug with the bike, he was doing properly and will have most likely get a very good place however he couldn’t use it. Anyway, his feeling with the bike improved and now we hope we will restart from there in Austin. The put up race sanction in opposition to Ai may be very disappointing. We have now to just accept the choice of the Stewards however really feel very sorry for Ai as a result of this didn’t give him any benefit and it’s so disappointing to remove factors from an amazing race and the nice efficiency that he did on observe. It doesn’t take away something for what he has performed. It was only a mistaken model of the software program within the ECU. He did an amazing race, a improbable restoration and we transfer on and we’ll proceed.”

Luigi Dall’Igna – Ducati Corse Common Supervisor

“This can be a observe the place we at all times struggled prior to now. Having 5 Ducati machines within the prime give is due to this fact an important outcome and particularly with all three of our groups on the rostrum, which is a good signal. Marc put collectively one other excellent weekend and there’s not a lot to say about it, the outcomes converse for themselves. Pecco had extra of a difficult time and we’re working laborious to discover a resolution. He nonetheless did an amazing job to attain the absolute best outcome and I’m certain he’ll be again to the extent we all know properly, and really quickly.”

Pablo Nieto – VR46 Workforce Supervisor

“It was a really laborious race. We took the danger on the grid placing the mushy tyre. We knew that every one Ducatis have been utilizing the medium, however the race was improbable, Franco was very quick and at last we’re again on the rostrum. I’m very pleased for him as a result of I do know he went by way of laborious instances. We determined to make use of the mushy tyre for Fabio too, we knew on the finish of the race it will have been very laborious, however we made a very good begin and he completed in Top5. That’s an excellent outcome, since he didn’t do any winter check, in Qatar the plan is to be at our 100%.”

Massimo Meregalli – Monster Vitality Yamaha MotoGP Workforce Director

“It was a tough Argentina GP total, and this was not the top we had hoped for, particularly for Fabio, although our riders did present perseverance. We weren’t sturdy sufficient this weekend for Álex to have the ability to absolutely have interaction in battle, however he managed his tempo sufficient to take care of twelfth place. Fabio was unfortunate right this moment. He acquired clipped at the beginning of the Race by a rival. Although Fabio luckily stayed on the bike, it misplaced him lots of floor. He was behind the pack, and his bike had taken successful. It was tough for him to catch up, however he nonetheless rode to fifteenth place and scored a degree. Trying again on these first two GPs, beginning with the positives, now we have been capable of enhance our qualifying. Nevertheless, we misplaced one thing when it comes to tyre degradation and tempo, which was not a difficulty prior to now. We have now to analyze what brought about this, and we stay up for the subsequent GP at COTA to strive once more.”

Aki Ajo – Crimson Bull KTM Manufacturing facility Racing Workforce Supervisor

“After a difficult Saturday now we have to be pleased for the progress we made for the Grand Prix race. We have now to be optimistic about being within the prime ten with each riders in our staff however, in fact, it’s not what we wish. After the intense situations in Thailand now we have extra vital info right here. It’s time for extra evaluation and to see what we will do within the brief time period for the subsequent races.”

Nicolas Goyon – Tech3 KTM Workforce Supervisor

“We knew that this Sunday in Argentina can be fairly tough, and it was tough for each Maverick Viñales and Enea Bastianini. Nevertheless, Maverick produced an amazing effort with a P13 end from nineteenth on the grid. It’s in fact not what we’re focusing on, however it’s a first rate outcome, particularly that evidently Maverick discovered a greater base on the bike this morning, which was confirmed within the race. That is what we’re on the lookout for. Enea was fairly assured heading to the race, however sadly a contact with Raul Fernandez compelled him to crash, and that was it. He didn’t hand over, and completed the race to get extra information for the long run. I really feel that we made some steps this weekend, and it’s what’s going to assist us shut the hole to the leaders. Let’s pack the whole lot, and head to Texas for the subsequent spherical in Austin!”

Gino Borsoi – Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Workforce Director

“At first, I hope Miguel’s accidents from Saturday‘s Dash Race crash should not extreme so he may be again on the bike in two weeks at Austin. Happily, he sustained no fractures from the heavy impression, however withdrawing from the race and returning residence to correctly assess his situation was essentially the most logical determination to keep away from additional problems. As for Jack, his less-than-ideal begin actually didn‘t assist, as shedding positions compelled him to push more durable within the early laps. Nonetheless, he managed to get well rapidly with a constant tempo, securing some priceless factors and, extra importantly, offering engineers with essential information for additional growth.”

Massimo Rivola – Aprilia Racing

“That is a type of Sundays to overlook, however one of many optimistic elements is undoubtedly the bike’s efficiency we noticed with Marco all through the varied periods. I really feel unhealthy for Fabio Quartararo who was blamelessly concerned in Marco’s accident on the primary nook. We’ll decide up our work with Sava in Austin, hoping that he’s at 100% health, since we’ll proceed creating the bike. We’ll attempt to enhance Marco’s confidence on the bike, which is already good, however it actually wants enchancment with new tyres.”

Piero Taramasso – Michelin

“We have now simply skilled an distinctive race weekend, in entrance of a big and ever-passionate crowd right here in Argentina. Many followers travelled from neighbouring nations, together with a robust Brazilian group, which contributed to the festive ambiance of the occasion. All data fell this 12 months, and we return to Clermont-Ferrand happy with the efficiency and consistency of our tires. It is very important spotlight that we had not raced on this circuit for 2 years. Our companions needed to begin from scratch when it comes to setup, whereas we capitalised on our databases and digital simulation instruments to arrange for this spherical. We dropped at Termas a tyre allocation that was stiffer on the entrance and softer on the rear in comparison with 2023. In Argentina, the MICHELIN Energy Slick rear and entrance tyres have been symmetrical, regardless of the circuit’s asymmetry (5 left-hand corners versus 9 right-hand corners). All specs carried out flawlessly all through the weekend, and plenty of riders shared their satisfaction and confidence with us.”

MotoGP Race Report

Marc Marquez fended off Alex Marquez to gather the holeshot into Flip 1 as drama unfolded for Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing). The Italian, who made contact with Fabio Quartararo (Monster Vitality Yamaha MotoGP) after struggling to get his RS-GP stopped into Flip 1, crashed on the opening nook.

On the entrance, Johann Zarco (LCR Honda CASTROL) was hounding third place Bagnaia, with Flip 8 a well-liked passing place for the Frenchman. This squabbling between Pecco and Zarco noticed the Marquez brothers skip to a 0.7s lead, with Alex shadowing Marc within the opening three laps.

On Lap 4, there was a change for the lead. Alex Marquez capitalised on a small mistake made by Marc Marquez at Flip 1, as blue led pink for the primary time in Argentina.

In the meantime, Morbidelli had picked his well past Zarco and Bagnaia to climb into P3.

After a busy opening handful of laps, the Grand Prix settled down a tad because the riders settled into their early race rhythms. The blue nook Marquez was main the pink nook Marquez by 0.3s, Morbidelli was 0.7s behind Marc, with Bagnaia an additional 0.8s off the again of his fellow Italian. Zarco, in the meantime, was 0.3s behind Pecco.

On Lap 11, it was as you have been on the entrance. Bagnaia was shedding floor although on the highest three and Zarco was nonetheless swarming all around the rear finish of his GP25. A few laps later, Morbidelli started to lose contact with Alex Marquez and Marc Marquez, however crucially, Morbidelli was nonetheless over a second away from Bagnaia and Zarco.

With 10 to go, Marc Marquez had a little bit of a second coming by way of the quick Flip 11. It was a warning that price the six-time MotoGP World Champion a few tenths, however a lap later, that deficit had been clawed again. And now, Marc was correctly swarming all around the rear Michelin tyre of his brother.

Lap 18 of 25 – an tried move. Marc Marquez lunged at Flip 5 however couldn’t get his bike connected and stopped in time, so Alex Marquez saved the lead with seven laps to go. And having run extensive, the margin between the chief and chaser was as much as 0.4s.

What a showdown it was. On Lap 19, the brothers exchanged quickest laps of the race, with Marc going barely faster to latch himself on the again of Alex. Then, one other transfer. Once more it was Flip 5 and this time, it was a move that caught. Now it was all about whether or not Alex Marquez had something in response.

The early indicators have been no, there wasn’t a response. With 4 laps to go, Marc Marquez stretched his benefit to 0.7s. At the start of Lap 22 of 25, the hole was then simply over a second, as Marc Marquez’s team-mate Bagnaia was making an attempt to place a late assault collectively to steal P3 from Morbidelli.

LAST LAP! Marc Marquez held a 1.5s lead over Alex Marquez, with Bagnaia 0.5s behind Morbidelli. May the 2022 and 2023 MotoGP World Champion discover a technique to earn a late podium? No he couldn’t. And Alex Marquez couldn’t do something about Marc Marquez from clinching one other victory in 2025 because the #93 made it 4 wins from 4 – two Sprints, two Grands Prix – to start his manufacturing facility Ducati profession in excellent style.

One other good effort from Alex Marquez noticed the Gresini rider end second once more, as Morbidelli clung on to pocket his first MotoGP podium because the 2021 Spanish GP. Bagnaia was respiration down his neck however the latter walks away from Argentina with an underwhelming fourth place. Bagnaia already 31-points behind his team-mate after solely two rounds.

On the ultimate lap, Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Workforce) pinched P5 away from the extremely spectacular Zarco, as Brad Binder (Crimson Bull KTM Manufacturing facility Racing) collected a P7 after yesterday’s Lap 1 crash within the Tissot Dash.

Reigning Moto2 World Champion Ai Ogura (Trackhouse MotoGP Workforce) produced a stellar trip to cross the road in P8 from fifteenth on the grid, however was then disqualified after the race for utilizing a model of software program not homologated by the Championship. That strikes Pedro Acosta (Crimson Bull KTM Manufacturing facility Racing) up into P8 and means three Hondas are categorized within the prime 10 as every rider behind positive aspects a spot – placing Joan Mir in ninth and Honda HRC Castrol teammate Luca Marini in tenth.

That’s Marini’s finest Sunday lead to Honda colors, as Alex Rins (Monster Vitality Yamaha MotoGP), Maverick Viñales (Crimson Bull KTM Tech3), Jack Miller (Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP), Quartararo and Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse MotoGP Workforce) rounded out the factors scorers in Termas.

Two Sprints, two Grands Prix, 4 wins for Marc Marquez. It’s been a magical begin to 2025 for the six-time MotoGP King and subsequent up is a visit to the Circuit of The Americas – a observe he adores. Can anybody halt Marc Marquez’s momentum in Austin? Alex Marquez and Bagnaia shall be two riders who’ll be determined to just do that.

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