Marc Marquez Secures Victory in MotoGP Season Opener in Thailand
The six-time world champion dominates his debut with Ducati, claiming pole position, sprint race, and Grand Prix wins.
- Marc Marquez, riding for Ducati, won the first MotoGP race of the season at the Buriram circuit in Thailand, marking a perfect start with his new team.
- The Spanish rider also triumphed in the sprint race and secured pole position, completing a flawless weekend performance.
- Alex Marquez, Marc’s younger brother, finished second, while Ducati teammate Francesco Bagnaia, the reigning double world champion, took third place.
- The race was held under challenging conditions with high temperatures, forcing riders to carefully manage tire performance over 26 laps.
- Defending world champion Jorge Martin missed the race due to injuries sustained during pre-season testing, with his return date yet to be confirmed.