Marc Marquez Eyes Future Beyond Two-Year Ducati Deal Amid MotoGP Career Speculations

Marc Marquez unveils insights on the duration of his tenure with Ducati

Marc Marquez queried on whether his recent agreement marks his last in MotoGP

Marc Marquez has expressed his desire to remain with Ducati after his current two-year agreement expires.

Marquez caused a stir in the 2025 MotoGP rider roster by securing the coveted official Ducati ride.

He is set to join forces with Pecco Bagnaia as Ducati witnesses the exit of Jorge Martin, Enea Bastianini, Marco Bezzecchi, and the Pramac team.

At 31, Marquez is set to become the grid's second most senior rider in the upcoming year.

When questioned about whether his recent deal would mark his final appearance in MotoGP, he conveyed to Speedweek, "It's uncertain, but that's not my hope."

"When I experience a sense of rivalry… and being competitive signifies finishing among the top six in each race…

"Highly competitive indicates ranking among the top three."

"Securing a championship requires having all the necessary resources and elements properly aligned, which, currently, I do not possess."

"However, my desire is to extend my stay beyond the initial two years. Indeed, I wish to remain for an additional two years after that."

Marquez's ambition would propel him into 2027 and further, coinciding with the introduction of the latest MotoGP rules.

In theory, the introduction of these new regulations could pave the way for a competitor to emerge and challenge Ducati's supremacy.

Marquez remains a contender for the championship this year riding for Gresini, despite not having secured his inaugural victory on a Ducati.

Currently, he stands in third place in the championship rankings, trailing the frontrunner Bagnaia by

Marquez is aiming for his ninth world title, which would equal the number of championships won by Valentino Rossi.

In his debut season in the top tier, at the age of 20, he secured his first victory, surpassing icons such as Rossi, Jorge Lorenzo, and Dani Pedrosa.

In the upcoming year, he will have to defend against rising stars such as Bagnaia, Martin, and Pedro Acosta.

When questioned about which iteration of himself faced more challenges, he responded: “The 32-year-old Marc Marquez.”

"Arriving here at the age of 20, you're familiar with MotoGP, yet you're completely unaware of the inner workings."

"You simply act on your inherent impulses, you compete against well-known figures, and you stand to lose nothing.

"Today, new young cyclists are entering the scene more rapidly, free from injuries and with an innate sense of skill."

"When I'm behind Acosta, Martin, or Bagnaia, who are all at least five to over ten years my junior, their riding style appears effortless."

"Occasionally, they may not give the bicycle much thought. At times, this can be beneficial.

"I recognize that this is a common progression in the career of every sportsman."

"It doesn't mean that 'Marquez surpassed both Lorenzo and Rossi upon his arrival'.

That year, I had improved. However, every sportsperson experiences their own pinnacle moment.

"Reaching the peak means you'll need to put in even more effort to ensure a gradual and less turbulent downward journey. Succeeding in this can extend the span of your career significantly."

"I'm uncertain whether this downturn has started for me yet, or if it will kick in a year, possibly two or three. We'll grasp the full extent of it in roughly five years."

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