Marc Marquez led the FP1 session of the 2025 Argentina MotoGP, finishing ahead of Johann Zarco by 0.026 seconds. Pecco Bagnaia struggled to find his rhythm, finishing in 16th place. The session showcased multiple lead changes as track conditions improved, with Marquez achieving a best time of 1m38.937s late in the practice.
The opening practice for the 2025 Argentina MotoGP saw Marc Marquez narrowly leading Johann Zarco by 0.026 seconds. The session, which marked MotoGP’s return to Termas de Rio Hondo after a one-year absence due to budget restrictions, lasted 45 minutes and experienced damp conditions from overnight rain, yet slicks were able to be used. Marquez’s pole positioning and recent wins at the Thai GP helped him maintain a competitive edge in the session.
Marquez finished with a lap time of 1m38.937s after a late surge, surpassing Zarco, who improved throughout the session and achieved a best lap of 1m38.963s. Alex Marquez secured third on the Gresini Ducati, while Franco Morbidelli followed close in fourth and Marco Bezzecchi rounded out the top five. In contrast, Pecco Bagnaia struggled, placing 16th, 1.351 seconds off the leader.
During FP1, the lead frequently shifted as track conditions improved. Zarco initially set the pace with a lap of 1m40.887s, soon overtaken by Bezzecchi and Alex Marquez before Marquez took the lead with a 1m39.991s. Zarco briefly reclaimed the top position before Marquez’s final performance cemented his lead in the session with a time in the 1m38s range shortly before the session ended.
Luca Marini, Jack Miller, and Maverick Vinales secured positions six through eight, while Joan Mir and Pedro Acosta rounded out the top ten. Bagnaia’s performance was notably hampered by rear grip issues, resulting in a fastest lap time of 1m40.288s. Rookie Ai Ogura led newcomers, placing 15th without shifting his medium rubber, as teammate Raul Fernandez faced an incident at Turn 1.
In the 2025 Argentina MotoGP FP1, Marquez displayed strong performance, securing the top position ahead of Zarco, while Bagnaia struggled significantly. The session witnessed frequent lead changes due to improving track conditions, with several competitors showing potential for the upcoming races. Overall, Marquez’s strong return and Bagnaia’s challenges set an intriguing stage for the rest of the weekend.
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