Marco Bezzecchi: “It’s always a lesson when you’re racing against Marc”

On Sunday, Marco Bezzecchi put in a flawless performance at the Qatar Grand Prix. The Aprilia rider was the fastest man on the track. Whenever Marc Marquez (Ducati) behind him stepped up the pace, ‘Bez’ reacted immediately and pushed a little harder himself. The Italian had everything under control throughout the 22-lap race.

The GP victory in Doha was particularly satisfying following Saturday’s disappointing sprint race, in which Bezzecchi collided with Marquez whilst battling for the lead and crashed. “When I slid through the gravel on Saturday, I thought to myself that Sunday would be my day. I had to do it, because it’s impossible not to when you’re that good,” Bezzecchi explained. “We worked very well all weekend, and even on Saturday it had been a good race up until that moment. You have to take the positives from it, because it’s always a lesson when you’re battling against Marc. On Sunday, though, I wanted to stay out front and win. I needed that – for myself and my family. I gave it my all and I managed it.”

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Marco Bezzecchi: “I need a miracle!”

In the World Championship standings, Marco Bezzecchi is now 74 points behind leader Marc Marquez – exactly the maximum number of points still up for grabs over the final two race weekends at Portimão and Valencia. ‘Bez’ is therefore still mathematically in the running for the World Championship title. Does he believe in miracles? “I need a miracle, but it looks as though they aren’t on my side this season,” smiled the 27-year-old. “But I don’t dwell on it too much. I’m happy that I’m still in a position to fight for it. It’s very difficult, but it gives me extra motivation. It’s a privilege to be competing against them – against Marc, who’s a legend, and against Jorge, who’s also a legend. Learning from them is brilliant. I’ll try to enjoy every moment and take away everything I can – for my future.”

Even though Bezzecchi would need a miracle to win the World Championship title, he is only 14 points behind his team-mate Jorge Martín. The runners-up spot is therefore a realistic target for the VR46 Academy rider.

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