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Marquez Nears Riding Return, Says Ducati Renewal Is the Likely Path

The newly crowned champion says he is roughly three-quarters fit, with on‑bike training to resume within days.

Overview

  • Marc Márquez reported his fractured shoulder bone has healed and the ligaments are in place, estimating his condition at 70–80% after medical checks.
  • He said he plans to start riding again next week as part of his build‑up for the 2026 season following three months of rehabilitation.
  • On his contract beyond 2026, Márquez put the odds of staying at Ducati at 8 out of 10, noting he will take two weeks to consider his next steps.
  • He acknowledged Ducati’s strong outlook for 2026 while cautioning that the 2027 technical rules could reshuffle competitiveness across the grid.
  • In parallel rider‑market moves, Aprilia chief Massimo Rivola said Honda made a ‘really good’ offer to Jorge Martín to pair him with Joan Mir, but he pressed Martín to remain with Aprilia.