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Alex Marquez Claims First MotoGP Win at Spanish Grand Prix

Alex Marquez's breakthrough victory in Jerez secures him a one-point championship lead as brother Marc crashes out early.

MotoGP - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuito de Jerez, Jerez, Spain - April 27, 2025 BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP's Alex Marquez celebrates winning the race REUTERS/Jon Nazca
MotoGP - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuito de Jerez, Jerez, Spain - April 27, 2025 Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP's Fabio Quartararo and BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP's Alex Marquez in action during the race REUTERS/Jon Nazca
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MotoGP - Spanish Grand Prix - Circuito de Jerez, Jerez, Spain - April 27, 2025 BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP's Alex Marquez in action during the race REUTERS/Jon Nazca

Overview

  • Alex Marquez earned his first full-distance MotoGP victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, marking the 200th win by a Spanish rider in the series.
  • The win propelled Alex to the top of the championship standings, edging out his brother Marc Marquez by a single point.
  • Marc Marquez, the pre-race championship leader, crashed on lap three but recovered to finish 12th, highlighting ongoing challenges with the factory Ducati.
  • Fabio Quartararo finished second, delivering Yamaha's first podium since 2023, while Francesco Bagnaia completed the podium in third.
  • Ducati extended its record-equalling 22-race winning streak, maintaining its dominance despite Marc Marquez's struggles.