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Marc Marquez unveils latest sponsorship deal

Marc Marquez has secured an interesting sponsorship deal for the 2025 MotoGP season.

The Ducati team's racer has disclosed an agreement with Insta360.

Insta360 is known for manufacturing cameras that capture 360-degree imagery, which is reflected in their company name.

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In Marquez's recent social media update, he shares stunning perspectives of him maneuvering his Ducati, drawing his followers deeper into his world.

The business mentions, "Our network of Insta360 team members, encompassing both athletes and content creators, spans the globe. They utilize our cameras to capture their extraordinary adventures and inspire their creative pursuits."

Over the past year, Marquez has seen a transformation in his endorsements after transitioning from Honda to Ducati.

In 2023, upon becoming an official Ducati team member, Marquez concluded his lengthy partnership with Red Bull due to Ducati's collaboration with competing energy drink brand, Monster.

Marquez has managed to keep Estrella Galicia, a Spanish beer brand, as one of his individual sponsors.

Ducati has acknowledged that Marquez's presence in their team has expanded their reach to a broader audience, thanks to his reputation as the most famous MotoGP rider.

He is poised to compete for his ninth world championship this season, aiming to achieve an incredible comeback from his injury woes and match Valentino Rossi's record.

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Davide Tardozzi unexpectedly names Ducati's rival for the 2025 MotoGP season

"I was aware they would advance – just not this rapidly!"

Ducati is poised to dominate the 2025 MotoGP World Championship, leading the predictions for sweeping all three championships due to their recent advancements in technology and their formidable team of riders.

It remains uncertain which competitor will emerge as the primary rival to the Bologna marque. In recent times, this position has fluctuated between KTM, Aprilia, or occasionally both. However, during the previous week's Sepang test, Yamaha distinguished itself as a noteworthy contender.

Team leader Davide Tardozzi of Ducati Lenovo was anticipating advancements from the Iwata brand after they brought on board ex-Ducati engineer Max Bartolini at the start of 2024. However, the rapid pace at which these improvements have occurred has caught him off guard.

"Tardozzi revealed to MotoGP.com after the Sepang test last week that he was aware Yamaha would improve, but he didn't anticipate it happening so swiftly. During the test, Yamaha's Fabio Quartararo not only secured the third-fastest time but also demonstrated consistent speed during extended laps."

"Regardless, I'm quite familiar with Massimo Bartolini. I had complete confidence in his ability to help them advance significantly."

"Now it's clear to me that they're paying close attention to what he says, and in my opinion, they have an incredible talent in Fabio [Quartararo]. Without a doubt, he's currently our rival."

During the recent trial, several impressive Sprint simulations caught attention, notably from Quartararo and also from Tardozzi's racer, Marc Marquez.

The Spanish rider managed to clock times in the upper 1 minute and 57 seconds range during the initial four laps of his run, eventually settling into the lower 1 minute and 58 seconds range by the conclusion of his session.

Just a single competitor outpaced him: Alex Marquez; and this two-time World Champion isn't the sole satellite Ducati competitor that Tardozzi is closely watching at this point.

"Tardozzi observed the elder Marquez's Sprint simulation with a grin," he recounted, "yet ultimately, we have another Marquez who excelled since Alex performed an outstanding simulation."

"Ultimately, it boils down to a challenge – come the day of the race, circumstances change, and I believe that Marc [Marquez] and Pecco [Francesco Bagnaia] will be in contention."

"I'm confident that our affiliate teams will also demonstrate strong competitiveness this year."

"The Ducati Lenovo team manager expressed confidence that Franco Morbidelli and Alex Marquez will be strong contenders right from the outset. He also conveyed his regret for Fabio Di Giannantonio's situation, assuring that the team eagerly anticipates his return, recognizing his potential to compete at the same level."

"We're anticipating the midpoint of the season, if not sooner, to witness the debut of the promising young racer, as I believe Fermin Aldeguer is set to astonish everyone."

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Davide Tardozzi Surprisingly Names Ducati Challenger for 2025 MotoGP Season

"I was aware they would improve – just didn't foresee it happening this rapidly!"

Ducati is stepping into the 2025 MotoGP World Championship as the top contender for all three championships, attributed to their recent supremacy in technology and their formidable lineup of riders.

It remains uncertain which competitor will emerge as the primary rival to the Bologna-based team. In recent times, this position has alternated between KTM, Aprilia, or sometimes both. However, during the last week's testing session in Sepang, Yamaha distinguished itself as a noteworthy contender.

Ducati Lenovo's team leader, Davide Tardozzi, anticipated improvements from the Iwata brand following their hiring of ex-Ducati engineer Max Bartolini at the start of 2024. However, the rapid pace of these advancements caught him off guard.

"Tardozzi revealed to MotoGP.com after last week's Sepang test that he was aware Yamaha would improve, but he was surprised by the rapid advancement. During the test, Yamaha's Fabio Quartarazzo achieved the third fastest time and demonstrated consistent speed during extended laps."

"Regardless, I'm quite familiar with Massimo Bartolini. I had no doubt that he could help them advance significantly."

“Currently, it's clear to me that his words carry significant weight with them, and considering they have an exceptional talent in Fabio [Quartararo], he's undoubtedly our main competitor at this point.”

Satellite Competition

The recent trial featured several impressive Sprint trials, notably from Quartararo, as well as from Tardozzi's racer, Marc Marquez.

The Spanish rider managed to record lap times in the high-1:57 range during the initial four laps of his simulation, eventually finishing with times in the low-1:58 range by its conclusion.

Alex Marquez alone outpaced him; the two-time World Champion is also among the satellite Ducati riders Tardozzi is currently watching closely.

"Tardozzi observed the older Marquez's Sprint simulation with a grin," he remarked. "However, ultimately, there's another Marquez who performed excellently as Alex delivered an outstanding simulation."

"Ultimately, it's an evaluation – come the day of the race, the dynamics often shift, and I believe that Marc [Marquez] and Pecco [Francesco Bagnaia] will be in contention."

"I'm confident that our affiliated teams will also demonstrate strong competitiveness this year."

"The Ducati Lenovo team manager expressed confidence that Franco Morbidelli and Alex Marquez will be strong contenders right from the start of the season. He also conveyed his regret over Fabio Di Giannantonio's situation, reassuring that the team eagerly anticipates his return, acknowledging his potential to compete at the top level."

"We're anticipating the mid-season or possibly sooner to witness the emergence of the new young talent, as I believe Fermin Aldeguer is going to astonish everyone."

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Ducati hints at pivotal engine choice in Buriram

Marc Marquez, Pecco Bagnaia, and Davide Tardozzi comment on engine selection decision

Ducati has alluded to a significant engine choice critical to their MotoGP campaign for the 2025 season.

During the upcoming two-day test in Buriram, they are faced with the decision of either moving forward with their new engine or sticking with the one from the previous season.

Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia, who are the team's main riders, conducted tests in Sepang, understanding that their chances for the championship hinge on choosing wisely.

"According to Marquez, who spoke to MotoGP.com following the Sepang trial, the focus isn't just on the engine but also includes a compilation of minor details. He noted that with the upcoming period, both he and Francesco Bagnaia, referred to as Pecco, will have ample opportunity to dissect these elements, thanks to the extensive laps they've completed."

"I believe they'll make a wise choice, given that over the past three days in the garage, I've observed their courage and composure in making the right calls; […] at times, being cautious is necessary when you're already equipped with the top motorcycle.

"It's crucial that we have absolute certainty that the 2025 engine significantly outperforms its predecessors, which currently, we cannot confirm. Therefore, a period of waiting is necessary."

Marquez prefers a cautious strategy for the 2025 motorcycle, driven by his aim to minimize risk. This is because any errors would need to be dealt with over two seasons, which matches the duration of Marquez's inaugural contract with Ducati.

"We must avoid any unwarranted danger," he stated.

It's important to realize that, from the last set of enhancements, they secured victories in 19 out of 20 races.

"However, it's natural that engineers and producers are constantly aiming for enhancements."

"However, if certainty is lacking, it's wise to hold off. Yet, looking ahead to 2025, there are encouraging signs, suggesting we should continue to seek clarity."

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Marc Marquez's partner, Francesco Bagnaia, highlighted that the engine for 2024 is not brand new, being a year old. He conceded as well that the engine set for 2025 is not yet up to par, indicating it lacks some aspects.

"Francesco Bagnaia mentioned to MotoGP.com, 'Honestly, the GP24 is an amazing device and it's performing incredibly well.'"

"However, we've been utilizing it for an entire season now. The GP25 engine appears remarkable, and its power output is impressive, yet there's still something lacking."

"Thus, making a decision isn't straightforward, and we require an additional two days in Thailand to gain clarity."

Bagnaia did not verify if his below-average time attack, during which he fell behind in two sectors, occurred while he was testing the 2025 engine.

Ducati Lenovo's team leader, Davide Tardozzi, shared Marquez's view, disclosing that post-Sepang evaluations are tilting towards favoring the 2024 engine.

"He mentioned that the 2025 engine holds significant promise. However, he believes that the regulations compel them to adopt a cautious approach, given the requirement for the engine to serve for a two-year duration."

"Currently, the scales are tipping slightly more in favor of 2024 than 2025. However, the final decision will be made in Thailand."

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2025 MotoGP Buriram Test: Tracking Guide

Details on the schedule, timings, and ways to keep up with the MotoGP's two-day testing event in Buriram.

Here's your guide to keeping up with the MotoGP Buriram test on February 12th and 13th, 2025. Below, you'll find the schedule for when the testing begins.

The last chance for MotoGP teams and riders to fine-tune their bikes before the season's opening race has arrived.

Ducati faces a significant challenge in deciding whether to enter the season with their 2025 or 2024 engine model.

Yamaha, on the other hand, surprisingly grabbed attention in Sepang and might solidify their emerging status as underdogs.

Jorge Martin from Aprilia and Fabio di Giannantonio of VR46 will miss the test due to injuries.

The inaugural race of the season, known as the Thailand MotoGP, is scheduled to take place from February 28 to March 2.

GUIDE ON KEEPING UP WITH THE 2025 MOTOGP BURIRAM TRIAL FROM ANY LOCATION

Unfortunately, a live stream for viewing each lap of the MotoGP 2025 Buriram trial is not available.

The last half-hour will be available on MotoGP Video Pass.

Stay updated with Crash.net for real-time race data, along with the latest updates from the circuit. We'll deliver insights directly from the competitors and essential technology news.

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MotoGP.com plans to stream 'After The Flag' daily, providing summaries of the track events.

Starting times for the 2025 MotoGP Buriram trials

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On Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. local time, which corresponds to 3 a.m. to

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Raul Fernandez described the incident as one of the most significant accidents he has ever experienced, expressing his relief by stating, "I was fortunate."

Raul Fernandez plans to participate in the MotoGP test in Buriram tomorrow, despite having suffered fractures to his left hand and foot only a week ago during the first day of testing in Sepang.

The Trackhouse Aprilia racer quickly went back to Barcelona to undergo surgery on a fractured metacarpal bone, then promptly traveled to Asia to participate in the last pre-season testing session.

During a press conference in Buriram on Tuesday, Fernandez expressed his gratitude, saying, "I feel fortunate to be present." He recounted his swift return to Spain following the accident and praised Dr. Xavier Mir for his prompt assistance. Upon Fernandez's arrival in Barcelona, Dr. Mir had already prepared everything for the necessary surgery, which Fernandez credits as the reason he is able to be here today. Dr. Mir's support was invaluable to him.

"The accident occurred only a week ago, necessitating swift action. I had to make a trip to Europe for surgery and then return. It was challenging, but we've managed to get through it."

Titleholder Jorge Martin, who recently joined Aprilia, suffered an injury on the first day at Sepang. As a result, he will be sidelined until the inaugural race weekend. Meanwhile, Fernandez and Aprilia must work to compensate for the time missed on the RS-GP25.

Fernandez expressed the significance of the test, stating that it holds great importance for himself, the team, and Aprilia.

"I require additional details since my initial experience with the bike was quite positive. I am pleased with the efforts Aprilia put in over the winter. However, having completed only 25-30 laps, we lack sufficient data to establish a foundational setup."

"That's why I'm present. I won't be concerned with the lap time or anything else; my sole focus will be on myself, understanding the bike, enhancing it, and getting ready for a good race."

Fernandez was reluctant to discuss his unusual crash at Turn 9, where he lost control just after applying the brakes.

"I’m not able to share many details about what occurred. I’d rather not dwell on the accident," he expressed. "It was among the most severe accidents I’ve experienced, and I can only say that I was fortunate."

"I was riding the bike, and moments later, I found myself lying on the ground. That's all I recall."

It is uncertain how many laps he will be able to finish during the test due to his injuries. Fernandez mentioned that his foot, which didn't need surgery, is causing him more discomfort than his hand.

"The hand is in relatively decent condition, but the foot is causing issues," he mentioned. "Additionally, I am experiencing significant pain in the leg muscles and in my back."

"I was upright and went down instantly. There was no leaning involved, so the crash was quite severe."

With Martin and Fernandez unable to participate, Marco Bezzecchi, who recently joined the factory team, emerged as the quickest Aprilia competitor at Sepang, securing ninth place.

The testing event in Buriram is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.

Statements sourced from Crash.net's correspondent Derry Munikartono, reporting from Buriram.

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Jorge Martin's absence from the Buriram test impacts all at Aprilia

The current world champion will not return for the testing in Thailand.

Marco Bezzecchi has expressed that Jorge Martin's absence from the Thailand MotoGP pre-season test has an impact on the entire Aprilia team.

The current MotoGP world champion endured several fractures after a severe accident on the first day of last week’s test in Sepang. This incident occurred during only his second day riding the Aprilia.

He was brought to a hospital for examinations prior to traveling back to Spain for an operation scheduled on Friday, resulting in Martin's absence from this week's test in Buriram.

This implies that Martin will participate in his first race with Aprilia after having ridden only 90 laps on the RS-GP since November of last year.

The accident has led to tensions between Aprilia and Michelin. Michelin maintains that their data indicates the tire used by Martin had no problems, as claimed. However, the team still disputes this assertion.

As he prepares for the upcoming two-day testing session in Buriram this week, Bezzecchi acknowledges that Martin's absence poses a challenge, although it's beyond his control.

The Italian remarked, "I need to make another attempt with the electronics aspect."

"We need to make improvements in various areas, including adjusting my riding technique to better suit the motorcycle."

"Without a doubt, Jorge's absence impacts the entire team, including myself. However, this is the situation we're in, so I need to focus on my responsibilities and refrain from complaining."

Bezzecchi mentioned, "There are still a few things we haven't tested in Sepang yet. It was part of our agenda."

"Thankfully, in Sepang, we managed to stick to the plan, leaving a few things reserved for this location, particularly for tomorrow."

"Naturally, we will need to spend some time getting ready for the race weekend."

"Tomorrow holds significance as it's our initial opportunity to test everything we need to, followed by concentrating on the adjustments and the riding technique."

Bezzecchi is set to kick off the season in Thailand after spending six days on the RS-GP bike since November.

Although he wishes for "a few extra days," he acknowledges that excessive testing isn't always beneficial because it might lead to "problems" when trying to determine the best path for development.

When questioned about whether five days of testing during the 2025 pre-season would suffice to familiarize himself with a new motorcycle, he replied, "It must be sufficient because that's all the time I have: three days in Sepang and two days here, making it five in total."

"This is what I have to work with, so naturally, I need to be at my peak performance for the opening race. I wish I had a few more days, but that's not an option."

"Testing is crucial, but overdoing it can often lead to complications."

"When you reach the final stage and locate a foundation, ensuring that you have tested all necessary components, it becomes sufficient."

"In that case, participating in the races is preferable. Ideally, I would enjoy having three days in Sepang followed by another three days here. That would be ideal for me. However, since it’s set as three days in one location and two days in the other, it’s still fine."

Savadori describes his role assisting Martin

Aprilia is set to bring in their test rider, Lorenzo Savadori, to step in for Martin. The Italian rider has explained how he will support the reigning world champion during the event in Thailand.

He mentioned that his goal is to support Jorge by collaborating with the team to establish a solid foundation for him before he arrives for the race.

"I am still working on improving the bike. We have some new components to evaluate, including aerodynamic features and electronic elements."

"Our aim is to establish a strong foundation for Jorge to begin his work."

Savadori mentioned that his role doesn't focus on set-up aspects but will instead address significant elements that are crucial and beneficial for Jorge as well.

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"I have to give it a shot!": Alex Marquez outpaces Marc in Sepang test 'Sprint'

"When I saw Marc's performance, it was incredibly quick. So I thought, 'Alright, I have to try and match it.'"

In his first appearance on the GP24 last November during the Barcelona test, Alex Marquez set the fastest time. He replicated this achievement by topping the timing charts at the conclusion of the three-day MotoGP test in Sepang.

However, Marquez demonstrated speed not just on a single lap.

During a performance that may lead Ducati to reconsider the efficiency of the new GP25 components, or potentially switch back to the GP24 engine, Alex managed to surpass the 10-lap Sprint simulation times set by factory riders Francesco Bagnaia and his sibling, Marc Marquez.

"Today was an exceptionally good day," Alex said with a smile. "The initial two days went well, but today exceeded them both. Altogether, we performed excellently."

Completing a single lap is crucial, as it demonstrates that the motorcycle is performing well when pushed to its limits during a time trial.

"Most notably, our pacing is impressive. The Sprint practice went exceptionally well."

In last November's Malaysian Grand Prix Sprint, Alex, racing as Marc's teammate on GP23s, completed the race 5.6 seconds after Marc.

On this occasion, he completed the 10 laps on the GP24, finishing 0.2 seconds ahead of Marc.

When questioned about whether he took more satisfaction from the Sprint simulation compared to topping the one-lap timing charts, Alex responded:

"Absolutely! While I was in the pit, I watched Pecco's simulation. Afterward, I observed Marc's, and I thought, 'He's really going for it!' It was incredibly quick. So I decided, 'I have to give it my all.'"

"I gave it my all. We were neck and neck, and finally, after 10 laps, I managed to be 0.2 seconds quicker than him!"

Marc humorously saluted his brother with a middle finger gesture as he came back to the pits, continuing the playful banter from Barcelona regarding which sibling would outperform the other.

"It's great to create a simulation that is both consistent and quick," Alex mentioned.

"All seems great, but we're at Sepang. I really enjoy this circuit and have consistently been quick here."

He quipped, "Having all 22 races of a world championship here would be ideal for me!"

"We were the leaders at Montmelo as well. Our performance there was strong. I have a fondness for the circuit in Thailand too, so we’ll find out how we perform there and how quickly the team can assemble everything."

"When all the factories assemble everything, using all 100 components they're experimenting with, we'll be able to assess our progress."

"Stay relaxed and visit Thailand to experience what it's like there."

The 28-year-old confessed that his confidence is soaring with the GP24, especially when compared to the struggles he faced with the GP23 last year.

He expressed that his confidence level with the '23 model was consistently at a 7 out of 10. However, with the GP24, it has increased to a 9, which he noted as significant.

"Last year was challenging with the 23 bike, but those difficulties taught us valuable lessons. Everything we learned will serve as an important resource as we aim to make 2025 successful."

Marquez stated that the GP24 is the finest MotoGP motorcycle he has ever ridden.

"The GP22 was really impressive. It seems that the GP24 is quite similar, like a sibling to the GP22, and it's a fantastic experience to ride."

Alex enjoyed success with two podium finishes, secured a pole position, and claimed a Sprint race win on the GP22.

Franco Morbidelli matched Marquez's GP24 results by securing fourth place on the Sepang leaderboard. However, the Italian rider's Sprint simulation was significantly behind that of #73.

Marquez's first-year teammate, Fermin Aldeguer, posted the 11th quickest time with an average of 1 minute and 58.580 seconds during the Sprint, compared to Alex's 1 minute and 57.901 seconds.

During his Sprint simulation, Marc Marquez maintained an average lap time of 1 minute, 57.930 seconds, while Bagnaia's average was 1 minute, 58.243 seconds, both riding factory-spec GP25 motorcycles.

The testing sessions in Buriram are scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday.

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Enea Bastianini admitted to losing significant time but is aware of the reasons. "I've pinpointed exactly where the time slipped away. After reviewing the videos and analyzing the data, it's clear to me," he stated.

During his first appearance for Tech3 KTM in Barcelona last November, Enea Bastianini achieved the 16th fastest time. However, after three days of testing at Sepang for MotoGP, his position fell to 18th place.

Nonetheless, the ex-Ducati factory racer was quite specific about the areas where he falls behind the most.

Bastianini showed strong performance in the initial sector of the lap, achieving the sixth quickest time with a margin of +0.119 seconds, thanks to effective braking, particularly in the demanding braking area at Turn 1. However, difficulties with entering corners caused him to lag behind in Sector 2, where he placed 19th with a time of +0.482 seconds, and in Sector 3, where he finished 17th with a time of +0.623 seconds.

In Sector 4, Bastianini recorded the 10th fastest time, trailing by 0.319 seconds, as he tackled another intense braking point leading into the last hairpin turn.

Bastianini acknowledged at the conclusion of the Malaysian test that there wasn't significant progress, saying, "Honestly, the improvement has been minimal. From the beginning to now, I've only gained about 1.5 seconds."

"I am aware of the specific area that requires our attention."

"We need to explore alternative options, but right now it hasn't been feasible as we were experimenting with various components."

"It is likely that working with the same motorcycle in Thailand will be simpler, which could help boost confidence."

When asked about the areas where he is facing the most challenges, the MotoGP rider, who has won seven races, clarified:

"Yes, I'm aware of where I lost time. After reviewing the videos and data, and based on my own observations, the issue seems to be with my corner entry. Currently, my speed when entering corners is extremely slow, making it challenging for me to make the turns."

"We have made significant progress with our braking system and are now very competitive. In fact, in some instances, we outperform the other KTM bikes, particularly in the opening and closing sectors."

"In Sectors 2 and 3, with particular emphasis on Sector 3, our losses were excessively high!"

Bastianini's fastest lap at Sepang was 1.5 seconds slower than the leading time set by Alex Marquez. He was 0.876 seconds off the pace of Pedro Acosta, who placed sixth as the top KTM rider, but trailed by just 0.146 seconds behind his new Tech3 teammate, Maverick Vinales, who finished 16th.

The Buriram test scheduled for this week is happening at the same location where Bastianini claimed victory in the Thai Grand Prix Sprint race last October, spearheading a top-eight finish dominated entirely by Ducati riders.

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Marc Marquez, Pecco Bagnaia, and Davide Tardozzi Talk About Engine Choice

Ducati has suggested a crucial engine choice that will significantly impact their 2025 MotoGP season.

During the two-day testing session in Buriram this week, they need to choose between sticking with last season's engine or fully committing to the new one.

Factory riders Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia participated in testing sessions at Sepang, aware that their championship aspirations depend on selecting the correct option.

In a conversation with MotoGP.com following the Sepang test, Marquez explained that the focus isn't just on the engine itself. Instead, it's a combination of various minor components. He added that the engineers will now have the opportunity to examine these details, thanks to the numerous laps completed by both him and Pecco [Francesco Bagnaia].

"I believe they will make a wise choice because, over the past three days in the garage, I've noticed that they are both courageous and composed when it comes to making the right decisions. […] At times, it's important to be cautious when you already possess the best motorcycle."

"We must absolutely ensure and have complete confidence that the 2025 engine is significantly improved, and right now, we're uncertain about that. Therefore, we have to hold off for now."

Marquez prefers a cautious strategy for the 2025 motorcycle, mainly because he wants to minimize risk. Any errors made will have to be dealt with for two seasons, which matches the duration of Marquez's current and initial contract with Ducati.

"We must avoid any risk that isn't essential," he stated.

"We must recognize that with the last set of equipment, they managed to secure victory in 19 out of 20 races."

"Naturally, engineers and manufacturers are constantly seeking ways to enhance their work."

"However, if there is any uncertainty, it's wiser to proceed cautiously. Nonetheless, there are some favorable aspects regarding 2025, so we should continue to seek clarity."

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Ducati acknowledges a deficiency in their new engine.

Francesco Bagnaia, who rides alongside Marquez, argued that the engine for 2024 is actually a year old. However, he also conceded that the engine slated for 2025 lacks certain elements.

"The GP24 is an amazing bike and it's performing exceptionally," Francesco Bagnaia told MotoGP.com.

"We've been using it for a season now. The GP25 engine is impressive, with excellent power delivery, but there's still something lacking."

"It's a difficult decision, and we require an additional two days in Thailand to gain a clearer understanding."

Bagnaia declined to clarify if the below-average time trial, during which he fell behind in two sectors, involved using the 2025 engine.

Davide Tardozzi, who manages the Ducati Lenovo team, expressed views similar to those of Marquez. He disclosed that following the Sepang sessions, the preference is shifting toward the engine designed for 2024.

"The engine designed for 2025 shows a lot of promise, but ultimately, we believe the regulations require us to take a cautious approach since this engine needs to last for two years," he explained.

"Right now, the likelihood leans slightly more in favor of 2024 rather than 2025. However, the final decision will be made in Thailand."

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2025 MotoGP Official Buriram Test: Tracking Details

Details on the schedule, timing, and ways to stay updated on the two-day MotoGP test event in Buriram

Here's a guide on how to keep up with the 2025 MotoGP Buriram test scheduled for February 12-13. Additionally, we've included the start times for the MotoGP Buriram test below.

MotoGP teams and riders now have their last chance to put their bikes through tests before the season's opening race.

Ducati faces a significant challenge in deciding whether to begin the season with their engine from 2025 or stick with the one from 2024.

In a surprising turn of events, Yamaha made a notable impression in Sepang, potentially solidifying their emerging status as unexpected contenders.

Jorge Martin from Aprilia and Fabio di Giannantonio from VR46 are unable to participate in the test because they are injured.

The Thailand MotoGP, marking the first event of the season, is scheduled to take place from February 28 to March 2.

Guide to Tracking the 2025 MotoGP Buriram Test from Any Location

The 2025 MotoGP Buriram test does not offer a live stream to view all laps.

The last half-hour segment will be available on the MotoGP Video Pass.

Stay updated with live timings on Crash.net, where we will also deliver the latest news from the track. You'll receive the most recent insights from the riders and crucial updates on technology.

Be sure to check out amazing photos on Crash.net MotoGP X and Instagram/CrashMotoGP.

MotoGP.com will air "After The Flag" daily, providing a recap of the events on the track.

Start times for the 2025 MotoGP testing session in Buriram are set as follows: On Wednesday, February 12, the test will occur from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. local

Thursday, February 13, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM local time, which is equivalent to 3

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Davide Tardozzi has surprised many by naming an unforeseen rival for Ducati in the MotoGP 2025 season. "I expected them to improve, but I didn't anticipate it would happen this fast!"

Ducati kicks off the 2025 MotoGP World Championship as the top contender to win all three titles, owing to their recent technical superiority and impressive roster of riders.

Following them, it's uncertain which competitor will pose the biggest threat to the Bologna brand. In recent times, KTM and Aprilia have been in contention, but during last week's Sepang test, Yamaha emerged as a noteworthy contender.

Davide Tardozzi, the manager of the Ducati Lenovo team, anticipated advancements from the Iwata brand following their recruitment of ex-Ducati engineer Max Bartolini at the start of 2024. However, Tardozzi was taken aback by how quickly these improvements appeared to have been achieved.

"I was aware that Yamaha would make advancements, but I didn't expect it to happen so swiftly," Tardozzi mentioned to MotoGP.com after last week's test in Sepang, where Yamaha's rider, Fabio Quartararo, recorded the third-fastest time and demonstrated impressive speed during extended sessions.

"However, I am quite familiar with Massimo Bartolini and was completely confident that he could help them progress significantly."

"At present, I understand that they are paying a lot of attention to him, and with a remarkable rider like Fabio Quartararo on their side, he certainly stands as our competitor."

Satellite competition

During last week's testing, several impressive Sprint simulations caught the eye, featuring not only Quartararo but also Tardozzi's rider, Marc Marquez.

The Spanish racer managed to maintain lap times in the upper range of 1 minute and 57 seconds for the initial four laps of his practice run, before concluding with times in the lower range of 1 minute and 58 seconds.

The only rider who outpaced him was Alex Marquez. Additionally, Alex Marquez, a two-time World Champion, isn't the sole satellite Ducati competitor that Tardozzi is monitoring closely at this point.

"I witnessed the Sprint simulation by the elder Marquez with a grin," Tardozzi remarked, "and ultimately, we have another Marquez who performed excellently, as Alex executed an outstanding simulation."

Ultimately, it's a challenge – race day always has its own dynamics, and I believe that Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia will be there to contend.

"I am confident that our satellite teams will also be highly competitive this year."

The manager of the Ducati Lenovo team expressed confidence that both Franco Morbidelli and Alex Marquez would perform strongly right from their first race. He also mentioned feeling regret for Fabio Di Giannantonio but emphasized that they are eagerly anticipating his return, acknowledging his potential to compete effectively.

"We're anticipating the arrival of the new young rider by mid-season or maybe even sooner, as I believe Fermin Aldeguer is set to astonish everyone."

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