Argentina GP Final: Marc Márquez Claims Victory – MotoGP 2025
Marc Márquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) started the Argentina GP final from pole position. His brother, Alex Márquez (BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP), followed closely in second place. Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) held third initially, but Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing) soon overtook him to claim the third spot.
Marc Márquez ran wide at Turn 1, allowing Alex Márquez to seize the lead. Alex maintained his lead, while Marc struggled with tire issues but stayed close behind.
In the latter half of the race, Marc Márquez regained his rhythm and overtook Alex on lap 20 to take the lead, holding on to claim victory. Alex Márquez finished second. Franco Morbidelli, making his first podium appearance in 1,414 days, secured third place.
Marc Márquez (Argentina GP Winner)
“I’m happy to have matched Angel Nieto’s record. He is a significant figure in Spanish sports history, and it’s an honor. I pushed hard in today’s race. Initially, I lacked confidence with the rear tire. Alex controlled the race well, and I thought second place would be acceptable. But later, the feeling improved, and I felt less push from the front to the rear. It was challenging to overtake my brother. The first attempt, I lacked the confidence to stop the bike and had to release the brakes. The second time, I was better prepared. Alex’s performance today was fantastic.”
Alex Márquez (Argentina GP 2nd Place)
“It’s a good result, though I’m covered in mosquito bites! (laughs) I took the lead when Marc went wide at Turn 1 and maintained a good rhythm. I knew I could save the tires behind someone in Turns 6 and 11, but I had a gap to the second group, so I kept a consistent pace. I pushed hard after being overtaken, but when Marc went wide at Turn 5, I couldn’t get past him. I was close to my first win. The team support was incredible, and I want to share this result with Nadia.”
Franco Morbidelli (Argentina GP 3rd Place)
“It’s fantastic! Both the team and I have connections to South America, and to perform well on this track is the best feeling.”
Argentina GP Final Race Results
| Position | Rider | Manufacturer | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Marc Márquez | Ducati | 41’11.100 |
| 2 | Alex Márquez | Ducati | 41’12.462 |
| 3 | Franco Morbidelli | Ducati | 41’15.795 |
| 4 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati | 41’16.636 |
| 5 | Fabio Di Giannantonio | Ducati | 41’18.238 |
| 6 | Johann Zarco | Honda | 41’18.587 |
| 7 | Brad Binder | KTM | 41’25.394 |
| 8 | Ai Ogura | Aprilia | 41’25.547 |
| 9 | Pedro Acosta | KTM | 41’26.746 |
| 10 | Joan Mir | Honda | 41’26.887 |