Marc Marquez wins the Grand Prix of Argentina, extending his MotoGP lead to 16 points over brother Alex Marquez. Marc executed a successful strategy to overcome early race challenges, while Ducati riders dominated the top five positions. Australia’s Jack Miller struggled, finishing 14th. Upcoming race in Austin set for March 28-30, 2025.
Marc Marquez has achieved a flawless start to the 2025 MotoGP season by winning the Grand Prix of Argentina. The six-time world champion’s victory at Termas de Rio Hondo increases his world championship lead to 16 points over his younger brother, Alex Marquez. Starting from pole position, Marquez faced challenges but managed to reclaim the lead, ultimately securing a 1.362-second win, marking his fourth victory in Argentina.
In the race, Marc Marquez maintained his dominance with a perfect streak, having earned 74 points in the first two rounds. Alex Marquez consistently secured second place in both races, while Franco Morbidelli achieved third place, marking his first podium finish in over 1,400 days. Francesco Bagnaia, Marc’s teammate and two-time world champion, finished in fourth place, trailing by 5.536 seconds.
“Today the race was amazing, today I push,” Marc remarked after his win, tying Angel Nieto’s record of 90 Grand Prix victories. He expressed respect for his brother’s performance, noting the difficulties of competing against him and acknowledging Alex’s impressive skills. Despite some early race concerns, Marquez adapted and overcame challenges as the race progressed.
The Marquez siblings led in a competitive race, with Alex initially threatening to clinch his first Grand Prix win. However, as the race neared its conclusion, Marc executed a strategic move to overtake Alex, securing his place in history with this win. Ducati riders demonstrated their dominance by occupying the top five spots in the race.
Australian rider Jack Miller finished in 14th place, having had a poor start from the grid. The next MotoGP event will be held in Austin, Texas, from March 28-30, marking the third round of the 2025 season.
Marc Marquez continues to impress in the MotoGP 2025 season with his win in Argentina, extending his championship lead to 16 points. His race strategies and resilience were key in overcoming the challenges posed by his brother Alex. The dominance of Ducati was evident as they locked out the top five positions. The upcoming race in Austin will be crucial as the competition heats up further.
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