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**”MotoGP 2025: Marquez and Bagnaia Set to Ignite Rivalry Reminiscent of Rossi vs Lorenzo Era”**
A potential rematch between Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo in the 2025 MotoGP season?
"Having two highly skilled champions on the same team leads to significant tension."
A rivalry akin to the one between Valentino Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo is anticipated among teammates next year.
Marc Marquez joining the factory Ducati team might create tension with Pecco Bagnaia.
The pairing of two multiple-time champions might remind fans of Yamaha's notorious duo, Rossi and Lorenzo, whose intense rivalry once necessitated a physical barrier to keep them apart during their championship battles.
TNT Sports' Neil Hodgson commented on the dynamics between Marquez and Bagnaia, noting that it has been some time since they experienced such tension as teammates.
"We experienced a similar situation at Yamaha with Rossi and Lorenzo."
"Typically, when you have two highly skilled champions on the same team, it often leads to significant tension within the garage."
"There is significant stress on everyone taking part. The existing pressure intensifies when Pecco sees Marc, and likewise, when Marc sees Pecco."
Sylvain Guintoli cautioned: "Expect a battle. They'll push it to the limit. Some of the races will be…
"They'll spend the majority of their time together. Both will maximize the bike's potential. The gap between them will be minimal, leading to competition."
Hodgson responded, “We’ve observed their performance this year. We can expect similar results next season.”
"Marc is known for his all-out approach, fearlessly throwing the bike into the mix without hesitation. I have a lot of respect for Pecco too; he's quiet and composed, like a stealthy assassin, but just as fierce. He won't back down and lift the bike either."
“He realizes that once he manages to outperform Marc on the bike, he’ll continue to do so consistently.”
"He is willing to risk losing points by causing a crash just to send the message that others cannot take advantage of him."
Guintoli stated, "When you lead by example, the other riders understand."
"You are aware of your opponents, you know which individuals you can challenge, and they will play it safe."
"You’re aware of the aggressive riders—if you attempt a maneuver, make sure it’s solid because they won’t hesitate to keep their bike in the gap! They’ll seize any opening! That’s Marc’s racing style, but Pecco is responding in kind."
In 2025, Ducati has assembled a pair of riders that promise to be as thrilling as the legendary combination of Rossi and Lorenzo during Yamaha's peak era.
However, the Italian manufacturer will face the challenge of balancing both riders' expectations to finish the season as MotoGP champion.
Marquez was chosen to partner with Bagnaia, beating out Jorge Martin and Enea Bastianini for the spot.
Hodgson asserts that the choice was influenced by Marquez’s outstanding performance on this season’s GP23 with Gresini.
Hodgson stated, “They possess all the information. Observe the performance of other riders on the 2023 Ducati; they are not even close. Marquez is significantly the quickest.”
However, when the British MotoGP at Silverstone kicks off next weekend, Marquez will be trailing championship leader Bagnaia by 56 points.
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