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Malay Mail
2 days ago
- Sport
- Malay Mail
Marquez eyes first Austrian GP win now that he's on a Ducati
LONDON, Aug 15 — Marc Marquez has never won the Austrian Grand Prix, having bean beaten by a red Ducati to the chequered flag on three occasions, but the Spaniard believes this year could be different. Although Marquez won multiple world titles with Honda, he finished second at the Red Bull Ring three years in a row from 2017-2019, twice behind Andrea Dovizioso and once behind Jorge Lorenzo — both of whom rode for Ducati at the time. Marquez has not finished on the podium in Austria since 2019 but as he arrives from the summer break with a 120-point lead over his brother Alex in the championship, the Ducati rider is seeking his ninth win of the season. 'It was super close for many years here in Austria. I always lose against red bikes, with the amazing Dovizioso and amazing Lorenzo. But now I'm riding that red bike! So let's see if we can fight for the victory,' Marquez told reporters on Thursday. 'Of course, starting the second part of the season with a 120-point advantage, the only one that can lose the championship is you. 'I will need to control myself in some races because you cannot be the fastest out there in every session, every practice and every race.' Although Marquez has the strongest bike on the grid, so does his teammate Francesco Bagnaia who is unbeaten in Austria since 2022. 'He won the last three years here, so I believe he will be fast,' Marquez said. 'He brakes super hard and it's one of the circuits why he won a lot, because the brake point is super important.' Bagnaia, however, has struggled with the braking on the GP25 bike and sits third in the standings — 168 points behind Marquez — with one win all season. The twice MotoGP champion spent the break watching races from seasons past to understand why he has struggled this year. 'I'm looking forward to finding back my speed and fighting for wins because I rewatched many races from last year and the previous year, seeing how competitive I was in the fight, following others, overtaking, braking super hard,' he said. 'And watching this season, I was a completely different Pecco — nothing comparable. So I want to change this thing and be similar to last year.' — Reuters
Reuters
3 days ago
- Sport
- Reuters
Marquez banking on Ducati for first Austrian GP win
Aug 14 (Reuters) - Marc Marquez has never won the Austrian Grand Prix, having bean beaten by a red Ducati to the chequered flag on three occasions, but the Spaniard believes this year could be different. Although Marquez won multiple world titles with Honda, he finished second at the Red Bull Ring three years in a row from 2017-2019, twice behind Andrea Dovizioso and once behind Jorge Lorenzo -- both of whom rode for Ducati at the time. Marquez has not finished on the podium in Austria since 2019 but as he arrives from the summer break with a 120-point lead over his brother Alex in the championship, the Ducati rider is seeking his ninth win of the season. "It was super close for many years here in Austria. I always lose against red bikes, with the amazing Dovizioso and amazing Lorenzo. But now I'm riding that red bike! So let's see if we can fight for the victory," Marquez told reporters on Thursday. "Of course, starting the second part of the season with a 120-point advantage, the only one that can lose the championship is you. "I will need to control myself in some races because you cannot be the fastest out there in every session, every practice and every race." Although Marquez has the strongest bike on the grid, so does his teammate Francesco Bagnaia who is unbeaten in Austria since 2022. "He won the last three years here, so I believe he will be fast," Marquez said. "He brakes super hard and it's one of the circuits why he won a lot, because the brake point is super important." Bagnaia, however, has struggled with the braking on the GP25 bike and sits third in the standings -- 168 points behind Marquez -- with one win all season. The twice MotoGP champion spent the break watching races from seasons past to understand why he has struggled this year. "I'm looking forward to finding back my speed and fighting for wins because I rewatched many races from last year and the previous year, seeing how competitive I was in the fight, following others, overtaking, braking super hard," he said. "And watching this season, I was a completely different Pecco - nothing comparable. So I want to change this thing and be similar to last year."
CNA
3 days ago
- Sport
- CNA
Marquez banking on Ducati for first Austrian GP win
Marc Marquez has never won the Austrian Grand Prix, having bean beaten by a red Ducati to the chequered flag on three occasions, but the Spaniard believes this year could be different. Although Marquez won multiple world titles with Honda, he finished second at the Red Bull Ring three years in a row from 2017-2019, twice behind Andrea Dovizioso and once behind Jorge Lorenzo - both of whom rode for Ducati at the time. Marquez has not finished on the podium in Austria since 2019 but as he arrives from the summer break with a 120-point lead over his brother Alex in the championship, the Ducati rider is seeking his ninth win of the season. "It was super close for many years here in Austria. I always lose against red bikes, with the amazing Dovizioso and amazing Lorenzo. But now I'm riding that red bike! So let's see if we can fight for the victory," Marquez told reporters on Thursday. "Of course, starting the second part of the season with a 120-point advantage, the only one that can lose the championship is you. "I will need to control myself in some races because you cannot be the fastest out there in every session, every practice and every race." Although Marquez has the strongest bike on the grid, so does his teammate Francesco Bagnaia who is unbeaten in Austria since 2022. "He won the last three years here, so I believe he will be fast," Marquez said. "He brakes super hard and it's one of the circuits why he won a lot, because the brake point is super important." Bagnaia, however, has struggled with the braking on the GP25 bike and sits third in the standings - 168 points behind Marquez - with one win all season. The twice MotoGP champion spent the break watching races from seasons past to understand why he has struggled this year. "I'm looking forward to finding back my speed and fighting for wins because I rewatched many races from last year and the previous year, seeing how competitive I was in the fight, following others, overtaking, braking super hard," he said. "And watching this season, I was a completely different Pecco - nothing comparable. So I want to change this thing and be similar to last year."
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Attritional German GP matches record for fewest finishers in MotoGP era
When only 10 riders made it to the chequered flag in the MotoGP German Grand Prix, it equalled the record for the lowest number of finishers in a premier class race since the end of the 500cc era. Since the MotoGP era began in 2002, only the 2011 Australian Grand Prix has ended with as few finishers as Sunday's race at the Sachsenring. Advertisement But the 2025 German GP, with its 18 starters, was more attritional in percentage terms than Australia 2011. A mere 14 riders started that race at Phillip Island, after an already slim entry of 17 lost three further competitors. Jorge Lorenzo, Damian Cudlin and Ben Spies all withdrew from the grand prix due to accidents earlier in the weekend. Before the advent of MotoGP in 2002, however, there were multiple examples of fewer finishers to a race in the premier class of the motorcycle world championship. Only four riders completed the 500cc West German Grand Prix in 1974. That race, held in April on the Nurburgring Nordschleife, featured only seven starters – and presumably some lengthy silent spells for spectators – as home rider Edmund Czihak took the win for Yamaha. Lorenzo Savadori, Aprilia Racing Crash Lorenzo Savadori, Aprilia Racing Crash Most of the eight retirees at this year's German GP fell victim to the Sachsenring's notorious first corner, in a flurry of accidents late in the race. However, Pedro Acosta's low-side crash came at Turn 2 early in the contest – and Miguel Oliveira also crashed elsewhere on the track. Advertisement Among the mitigating circumstances for today's low number of finishers was the fact that Joan Mir didn't make a riding mistake of his own on his way to the Turn 1 gravel trap. Rather, he was collected by the Trackhouse Aprilia of Ai Ogura, making it a case of two falls from one error. Read Also: MotoGP German GP: Marc Marquez dominates for victory in crash-strewn race Another factor was that this race featured the lowest number of starters in 2025. While the regular number of contenders in a MotoGP race this year stands at 22, there were four absentees by the time Sunday came around in Germany. Somkiat Chantra (training accident) and Enea Bastianini (appendicitis) withdrew before the weekend. Then, on a wet Saturday, both Maverick Vinales and Franco Morbidelli were injured in accidents and were forced to pull out of the rest of the event. To read more articles visit our website.
Cision Canada
24-06-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
Bitget Partners with MotoGP for a High-Speed Collision of Tech and Speed
Crypto exchange and motorsport collide as Bitget officially becomes the regional partner for selected Grand Prix events in 2025 SCARPERIA E SAN PIERO, Italy, June 24, 2025 /CNW/ -- Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, is teaming up with MotoGP, the highest class of motorcycle road racing events, in a high-octane partnership that merges the breakneck speed of racing with the high-stakes precision of crypto trading. As the newly minted Regional Partner for select Grand Prix events across Europe and Southeast Asia, Bitget is bringing crypto onto the track, and into the fast lane. Kicking off at the iconic Mugello Circuit during the Italian Grand Prix, the collaboration marks a new era where precision engineering meets algorithmic agility, and where every second, like every trade, has the power to make it count. Bitget's partnership will speed across multiple marquee MotoGP events in 2025, including Italy, Germany, Spain, and Indonesia, bringing together fans of motorsport and crypto under one roaring banner of performance, resilience, and speed. "Racing is a sport of milliseconds; crypto is a market of micro-decisions. This partnership is our way of showing the world that success — on the track or on the charts — comes down to smart moves and fearless execution," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget."We're excited to join MotoGP in putting power, precision, and potential into the hands of every user and every fan." At the heart of the campaign is three-time MotoGP World Champion Jorge Lorenzo, whose relentless pursuit of perfection makes him a fitting icon for Bitget's iconic " Make It Count" slogan. "I've always believed that you win races not just on instinct — but by making every lap, every line, every second count. It's the same mindset Bitget brings to trading, and I'm proud to be part of this story," said Jorge Lorenzo. "The worlds of MotoGP and crypto aren't as different as they seem — they both reward those who stay sharp and think fast." The campaign features trackside activations, exclusive VIP experiences, and a series of cross-platform digital initiatives. At Mugello, KOLs and media will get behind-the-scenes access to the paddock and rider interactions, blending all the high-octane energy of race weekend, wrapped in a sleek, Bitget-branded experience. "MotoGP is built on precision, innovation, and high-speed decisions — values that align naturally with Bitget," agreed MotoGP CCO, Dan Rossomondo. This collaboration follows Bitget's headline partnerships with Lionel Messi, Juventus, and LALIGA, reinforcing its track record in bridging the gap between crypto and culture. With over 120 million users globally and a daily trading volume topping $20 billion, Bitget continues to shift the narrative from volatility to victory. About Bitget Established in 2018, Bitget is the world's leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 120 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions, while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a leading non-custodial crypto wallet supporting 130+ blockchains and millions of tokens. It offers multi-chain trading, staking, payments, and direct access to 20,000+ DApps, with advanced swaps and market insights built into a single platform. Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World's Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency. Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use. Faster. Forward. Fearless. Since 1949, MotoGP™ has grown into a global sports and entertainment brand with an incredible legacy and an even more exciting future. Each season, the greatest riders from across the globe come together to race the fastest prototype motorcycles on some of the world's greatest racetracks - creating the most exciting sport on Earth.
