Marc Marquez Sheds Light on the Evolution of MotoGP Riding Styles: From Stoner’s Slides to Today’s Aerodynamic Precision

Marc Marquez discusses the unique riding style of Casey Stoner no longer seen today

Marc Marquez: 'Previously, with Stoner, including Pedrosa…"

Marc Marquez has clarified the reason behind the rare occurrence of riders sliding into turns sideways in MotoGP nowadays.

The eight-time world champion, who has recently moved from Repsol Honda to Gresini Ducati, mentioned that sliding while braking severely disrupts the aerodynamics.

Instead, to achieve maximum downforce, a MotoGP bike must be operated in a particular manner.

"At Silverstone, Marquez emphasized that when approaching the braking point and entering a turn, it's crucial to follow the bike's lead rather than imposing your own will."

Observing the historical performances of Casey Stoner and Dani Pedrosa, it's evident they consistently utilized rear wheel slides as they entered corners.

"Now it's no longer the case. Why is that? It's because it disrupts the aerodynamic flow, making things harder."

Stoner has frequently expressed criticism towards the aerodynamics used in MotoGP.

"Last year, Stoner emphasized that contrary to popular belief, it is indeed possible to halt this advancement, particularly in a prototype championship."

"There's no necessity for these to be present on our streets, thus we have the authority to implement regulations. What we require is a regulatory framework that effectively spans a decade."

Manufacturers enter the scene with a clear understanding of their budget limits. They aim to reintroduce brands like Suzuki and Kawasaki among others. With the assurance that regulations will remain consistent for a decade, these companies can feel confident that they won't be perpetually at a disadvantage, worrying about not having the necessary funds.

"Many people believe progress is being made, yet it's crucial to take a moment to pause and reflect."

"It seems like we're always attempting to mimic Formula 1, but with significantly more electronics involved."

This season, Marquez has adjusted his approach to racing, shifting from leveraging the front-end capabilities of the Honda to capitalizing on the Ducati's superior rear traction.

The #93 rider enters this weekend's Austrian MotoGP ranked fourth in the world championship, competing on last year's GP23 model.

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