Álex Márquez Seizes Victory in Sprint Race by Capitalizing on Brother Marc’s Weak Spot
Álex Márquez triumphed in the Sprint Race at the British Grand Prix, ending his brother Marc Márquez’s winning streak in the sprint format. Feeling confident in his chances throughout the weekend, Álex executed a precise and controlled ride, fully aware that Marc struggles at this particular circuit. He maintained solid tire management and took full advantage of sections where he felt strongest—particularly Turns 8 and 9—widening the gap in areas where Marc tends to falter.
Reflecting on the race, Álex emphasized the importance of rebounding after his mistake at the French GP, underlining the need to produce results quickly. He also expressed eagerness for upcoming races at tracks where he traditionally excels, including Silverstone, Aragón, and Mugello. Looking ahead to Sunday’s main race, he stressed that tire management will be the key, particularly preserving tire life around the final seven laps.
Álex Márquez
“I’m really happy. Marc has been winning all the Sprint Races up to now, but this weekend, we felt like we had a real chance. Marc isn’t particularly strong at this track, so I focused on controlling the tires and riding with precision. Still, Sunday is the most important race—we can’t afford any mistakes. I need to stay focused. Tire management will be crucial tomorrow.”
“My strengths come out around Turns 8 and 9—those are sections where Marc tends to struggle. From Turn 7, there’s a series of right-handers that seem to give him trouble, but for me, it’s a place where I feel confident on the bike and can really push. Marc is strong in Turns 3 and 4, so I want to close the gap there.”
“I made a mistake in France, so bouncing back with results like this is really important. I’m happy to be scoring points without losing focus. There will be tough circuits ahead, but Silverstone and Aragón are tracks where I feel at home. Mugello is another one where I usually perform well.”
“As for tomorrow, tire management is going to be the key. Last year, tire conservation made a big difference—Enea came charging from behind. The race could be decided by how well you preserve tire life, especially with about seven laps to go.”
(Photo courtesy of Michelin)