Overview

• Moments after sealing the championship, Márquez said he felt “at peace with myself” and described the season as an inner battle of “Marc against Marc.”
• He characterized this title as the biggest challenge of his life following years of crashes, surgeries and a near-retirement.
• His comeback arc ran from leaving Honda in 2023 to a rebuilding season with Gresini’s satellite Ducati and then a full factory Ducati move that delivered the crown.
• He said he “closed the circle” by clinching in Japan, celebrating with Ducati while former team Honda stood on the podium thanks to Joan Mir.
• He credited brother Àlex, his family, physios and doctors, noted personal stability off track, matched Valentino Rossi on nine world titles, and signaled plans to prepare to fight for 2026.