Alex Marquez Denies Deliberate Crash Claims in Aragon MotoGP Incident with Francesco Bagnaia

Alex Marquez's response: "I would never intentionally collide with another rider."

Alex Marquez refutes any claims that he 'intentionally' collided with Francesco Bagnaia: 'Such actions are not part of my character and they do not belong in this sport.'

Alex Marquez has issued a response after coming across certain comments following the collision with Francesco Bagnaia during Sunday’s Aragon MotoGP race.

The duo experienced a severe collision as Bagnaia tried to overtake the Gresini racer for the third position following Marquez's wide turn.

The FIM Stewards concluded that 'no further measures' were necessary as 'both riders were found to be equally responsible'.

However, Marquez appears displeased with remarks made by Bagnaia, which imply that the Gresini rider did not attempt to avoid contact and instead kept the throttle open.

Bagnaia explained to MotoGP.com that just as he approached turn 13, he could hear the sound of the other rider's engine revving up, indicating that the rider was accelerating and aiming to make contact.

"I examined the data… He kept the throttle open at 60 percent and 40 percent right up until the crash. This behavior seems quite unusual for a rider, in my opinion."

On Monday, Marquez shared a post on social media:

"Having reviewed several comments, I would like to clarify the following points:"

"I would never intentionally collide with another rider, and I refuse to accept any accusations of doing so. Such actions are not part of my character, nor are they a part of the essence of this sport."

"The conversation I had with Pecco yesterday is the most crucial aspect for me, and as far as I'm concerned, the matter is resolved."

"Now I need to take a break and rejuvenate so I can be in top form for Misano."

Marquez and Bagnaia were lucky to escape without major injuries and are set to return to the track at Misano this weekend.

Marc Marquez, Alex's brother and teammate, clinched victory in the Aragon race. Meanwhile, Jorge Martin secured second place, extending his lead over Bagnaia to 23 points.

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