Marc Marquezsix-time world champion of the premier class of the Gresini team, participated in the press conference on Thursday of the French Grand Prix in Le Mans, the fifth stage of the 2024 MotoGP world calendar. Below are his statements.
Confidence after Jerez
“The most beautiful podium? Obviously it was special when we think about where we came from. The race wasn’t that special, it’s true, but it was the Spanish GP and we were coming from a difficult period and we fought face to face with the leader. I haven’t felt this fast on Sunday in a long time. In the future we will have problems on some circuits, but for me it is a pleasure to fight with the two riders who are at a super level and fought for the title last year.”
The exchange of words with Tardozzi
“He didn’t give me any news. Obviously I know Davide and I know how passionate he is in the race, we have a relationship and he knows me. He knows if I’m there I’ll try, now I’m part of the brand. But fighting with Pecco and Jorge was a pleasure.”
The official Ducati in 2025?
“I’m new and I came from a different position. I feel stronger and more confident than last year. In 2025 and 2026, if I continue like this, the goal will be to fight for the championship and to do that you need to have the most up-to-date material to have more chances. The faster I go, the more options I will have for the future.”
Sensations for Le Mans
“I’ve always felt comfortable, it’s a good track for me. I feel ok. This year on the tracks where I struggled I’m more competitive, last year I fought with Jorge until the last 2 laps and so we’ll see this year. The Jerez tests were extremely positive, because we are improving. The bike is what it is, it’s finished development.”
Regulations 2027
“I was talking about it with a Spanish journalist, I looked at the new rules without going into much detail. They seem to lend themselves more to the spectacle and I think it’s good for the riders. With fewer technical aspects on the bike, the value of the rider will stand out more. I believe it is the path already followed by F1.”
Difference between GP23 and GP24
“For me the differences are small, If I follow them I honestly don’t find any differences. I feel that with the GP23 I can fight with them if I ride well, there will be differences but you have to ask them since they have tried both. I keep pushing and I’m having fun.”
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