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Marc Marquez Clinches Argentina Sprint Victory After Record-Breaking Pole

The six-time MotoGP champion extends his lead in the standings with a dominant performance, narrowly edging out his brother Alex Marquez.

MotoGP - Argentina Grand Prix - Autodromo Termas de Rio Hondo, Santiago del Estero, Argentina - March 15, 2025 Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez celebrates after qualifying in first place alongside second placed BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP's Alex Marquez and third placed LCR Honda's Johann Zarco REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian
MotoGP - Argentina Grand Prix - Autodromo Termas de Rio Hondo, Santiago del Estero, Argentina - March 15, 2025 Ducati Lenovo Team's Marc Marquez in action during qualifying REUTERS/Agustin Marcarian
Argentina MotoGP pole-sitter Marc Marquez
Marc Marquez's dream start to 2025 continued in the Argentina MotoGP sprint

Overview

  • Marc Marquez set a new lap record of 1:36.917 to secure his second consecutive pole position of the season at the Argentina Grand Prix.
  • The Spaniard led from start to finish in the sprint race, claiming victory ahead of his younger brother Alex Marquez, who finished less than a second behind.
  • The podium was identical to the season opener in Thailand, with Ducati teammate Francesco Bagnaia taking third place.
  • Johann Zarco, riding for Honda, achieved the third-fastest qualifying time but finished fourth in the sprint after a poor start.
  • Defending world champion Jorge Martin remains sidelined due to injuries, missing his second consecutive race of the season.