Márquez and his impossible return to the past: "Those who say that I am going to destroy them should forget"

The first time Marc Márquez rode a Ducati was during the MotoGP World Championship sometime between 2014 and his debut in 2013. He had a successful test run, finishing with the fourth best time ahead of his competitors. There was a lot of anticipation and excitement surrounding Márquez’s return to racing on the Desmosedici, with many expecting him to dominate once again.

However, during the recent preseason tests in Malaysia, Márquez’s performance was not as impressive as expected. He finished sixth in the standings, behind several other Ducati riders. While his times were still decent, it was clear that Márquez still had some adjusting to do with the new team and bike. He acknowledged that he needed to regain his confidence and that winning the championship again might take some time.

Adapting to the Ducati has proven to be a complex process for Márquez. The bike is quite different from his previous Honda, and he is still getting to know the team members in his garage. He was only able to bring one mechanic from his old team, and communication with the rest of the team is a mix of Spanish and Italian.

The upcoming season is expected to be dominated by Bagnaia and Martín, with little competition from other teams. The Ducati’s speed advantage has made it difficult for Honda and Yamaha to compete. This could potentially pose a problem for the future of MotoGP, as these two brands struggle to attract sponsors and retain their star riders. It remains to be seen if they will continue racing in MotoGP or consider other options.