{"id":1899638,"date":"2026-04-23T13:17:28","date_gmt":"2026-04-23T10:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1899638"},"modified":"2026-04-23T13:17:28","modified_gmt":"2026-04-23T10:17:28","slug":"why-marc-marquez-doubts-jerez-motogp-pecking-order-claims","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=1899638","title":{"rendered":"Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;]<\/p>\n<article>\n<header id=\"lbs-article\" class=\"article header article-header section layout layout--article-header\">\n<div class=\"col headline\">\n<div>\n<h1>Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims<\/h1>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>Marc Marquez doesn\u2019t buy claims the Spanish Grand Prix will see Aprilia reeled in by its competitors<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"section two-column\">\n<div class=\"col article-info\">\n<div>\n<address> Lewis Duncan <\/address>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div><time datetime=\"2026-04-23T14:17:28+01:00\">23 Apr 2026<\/time><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col article-actions\">\n<div class=\"block block-better-social-sharing-buttons block-social-sharing-buttons-block\">\n<div class=\"social-sharing-buttons\"><span class=\"ssb-title\"> Share<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/header>\n<div id=\"lbs-content\" class=\"content wide-two-column-sticky section layout layout--wide-two-column-sticky\">\n<div class=\"col first-column\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<figure> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><figcaption>\n<div>Marc Marquez, Ducati Corse, 2026 Spanish MotoGP<\/div>\n<div class=\"source\"> \u00a9\u00a0Gold and Goose<\/div>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-preferred-source\">\n<div class=\"preferred-source-cta\">  Add as a preferred source <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Marc Marquez has poured cold water on claims that this weekend\u2019s MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez will see Aprilia\u2019s current dominance reined in by Ducati.<\/p>\n<p>The Italian brand has dominated so far in 2026, winning all three grands prix with Marco Bezzecchi, as well as claiming a sprint win at COTA with Jorge Martin.<\/p>\n<p>Bezzecchi leads Martin by four points, while the nearest Ducati is Fabio Di Giannantonio in fourth and 31 points from the top of the standings.<\/p>\n<p>Ducati has just one grand prix podium to its credit, while reigning world champion Marc Marquez is yet to get a Sunday rostrum, though does have a sprint win and a second-place finish on his record.<\/p>\n<p>With this weekend\u2019s round at Jerez representing what many believe to be the first normal venue of the season, it\u2019s expected that Ducati will make a step.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, Marquez doubts this, stating: \u201cI mean, for me, the people that are saying \u2018no, we need to wait to Jerez\u2019\u2026 I mean, we\u2019ve gone to three different tracks, with three different layouts, three different rear tyres, and the winner was the same one.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt the end, the fact is the fact: Aprilia, especially with Marco, are the clear favourites and what we need to do is try to work step by step and try to be closer to them.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-57594618ec337fc1d28a80421a19499483f80340ec61657180e30c32868bcc91\">  Marc Marquez shows COTA wound ahead of Spanish MotoGP   Marc Marquez \u201cmade the most\u201d of MotoGP break: \u201cI can&#8217;t wait\u2026\u201d <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBecause, even with a disastrous first three races, we are not very far in the championship. So, let\u2019s see if step by step we can increase our level.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Marquez assesses his physical condition after extended break<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The month break since the US Grand Prix due to Qatar being postponed because of the war in Iran has given Marquez time to improve the fitness in his injured shoulder.<\/p>\n<p>Marquez believes he is in better shape to perform, though suggests Ducati is still working on the flaws of its GP26.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-39e474e0d6f321b7e6bb67c8970fe531863d3094ac3ea82fd5157c9538f814ba\">  Pecco Bagnaia seeking 2022-style turnaround at \u201cone of the classics\u201d   Marc Marquez reveals the moment he was \u201cmost nervous\u201d in MotoGP <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI mean, of course, these three weeks at home were important, because I was trying to work on my weak points,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe first three races were not easy, especially to survive the whole weekend in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, let\u2019s see if now what we did at home is working on the MotoGP bike, which is the most important thing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, yeah, I would say I\u2019m in a good level, on the physical side, to perform in the best way possible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFirst three races were difficult inside and outside of the track.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cInside, especially, because I was suffering to find the way to ride in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was fast in some areas of the race, in some laps. But not in a constant way. We know the reason.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are trying to work on it. And outside of the track, it was difficult, because surviving with pain, it\u2019s not easy to arrive here and just try to fake it on your face; it\u2019s impossible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel, right now\u2026 always I try to find my numbers in the gym, and I can say that now I\u2019m in a good level to perform in a good way on the race track.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s true that I\u2019m not performing in a good way in these first three races, but I didn\u2019t put this extra that a good rider needs to put on a manufacturer.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cWhen a manufacturer takes you, they are waiting for that extra from you.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is what we will try to do in the next races, try to be better and better and try to improve, because especially Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia are riding in a very good way.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div>\n<h2>In this article<\/h2>\n<div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Marc Marquez<\/div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Ducati Lenovo Team<\/div>\n<div class=\"field_keywords\">Aprilia Racing<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block block-next-prev\">\n<div class=\"next-prev-pager contextual-region\">\n<div class=\"items\">\n<div class=\"item prev\">\n<h3>  Previous<\/h3>\n<div class=\"card card_default\">\n<div class=\"content\"> Marc Marquez shows COTA wound ahead of Spanish MotoGP<\/div>\n<source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=1920&amp;format=webp 1920w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=1800&amp;format=webp 1800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=1600&amp;format=webp 1600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=1500&amp;format=webp 1500w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=1200&amp;format=webp 1200w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=900&amp;format=webp 900w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=800&amp;format=webp 800w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=600&amp;format=webp 600w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305822_hires-1.jpg?width=400&amp;format=webp 400w\" sizes=\"(min-width:1024px) 710px, (min-width:768px) 62vw, 97vw\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-author-block block block-configurable-views-block\">\n<div class=\"author-view grid-view js-view-dom-id-612d652bda8e2f395135245eec89f4a90d16751a3d24087040e34f8549982e49\">\n<div class=\"card user default\">\n<div class=\"image\"> <source srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/unnamed%20%2826%29.jpg?height=270&amp;format=webp 270w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/unnamed%20%2826%29.jpg?height=180&amp;format=webp 180w,https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/pictures\/unnamed%20%2826%29.jpg?height=90&amp;format=webp 90w\" sizes=\"100px\" type=\"image\/webp\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"info\">\n<div class=\"header\">\n<div class=\"text\">\n<div class=\"name\">Lewis Duncan<\/div>\n<div class=\"role\">Head of Editorial<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"desc\">\n<div>Lewis joined the Crash.net team in August of 2024 having been a journalist for five years covering MotoGP for the Motorsport Network. 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for Marc Marquez call during injury struggles<\/p>\n<div class=\"card-info\">\n<div class=\"time\" data-timestamp=\"1776674743\"> 20\/04\/26<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1298776_hires_1600x900.jpg?aspect_ratio=1:1\" alt=\"Marc Marquez, Jorge Martin, 2026 Brazilian MotoGP Sprint race.\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col second-column\">\n<div class=\"sticky\">\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<div class=\"summary body\">\n<p>Marc Marquez doesn\u2019t buy claims the Spanish Grand Prix will see Aprilia reeled in by its competitors<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Marc Marquez has poured cold water on claims that this weekend\u2019s MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez will see Aprilia\u2019s current dominance reined in by Ducati.<\/p>\n<p>The Italian brand has dominated so far in 2026, winning all three grands prix with Marco Bezzecchi, as well as claiming a sprint win at COTA with Jorge Martin.<\/p>\n<p>Bezzecchi leads Martin by four points, while the nearest Ducati is Fabio Di Giannantonio in fourth and 31 points from the top of the standings.<\/p>\n<p>Ducati has just one grand prix podium to its credit, while reigning world champion Marc Marquez is yet to get a Sunday rostrum, though does have a sprint win and a second-place finish on his record.<\/p>\n<p>With this weekend\u2019s round at Jerez representing what many believe to be the first normal venue of the season, it\u2019s expected that Ducati will make a step.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, Marquez doubts this, stating: \u201cI mean, for me, the people that are saying \u2018no, we need to wait to Jerez\u2019\u2026 I mean, we\u2019ve gone to three different tracks, with three different layouts, three different rear tyres, and the winner was the same one.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt the end, the fact is the fact: Aprilia, especially with Marco, are the clear favourites and what we need to do is try to work step by step and try to be closer to them.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-57594618ec337fc1d28a80421a19499483f80340ec61657180e30c32868bcc91\">  Marc Marquez shows COTA wound ahead of Spanish MotoGP   Marc Marquez \u201cmade the most\u201d of MotoGP break: \u201cI can&#8217;t wait\u2026\u201d <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBecause, even with a disastrous first three races, we are not very far in the championship. So, let\u2019s see if step by step we can increase our level.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Marquez assesses his physical condition after extended break<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The month break since the US Grand Prix due to Qatar being postponed because of the war in Iran has given Marquez time to improve the fitness in his injured shoulder.<\/p>\n<p>Marquez believes he is in better shape to perform, though suggests Ducati is still working on the flaws of its GP26.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-39e474e0d6f321b7e6bb67c8970fe531863d3094ac3ea82fd5157c9538f814ba\">  Pecco Bagnaia seeking 2022-style turnaround at \u201cone of the classics\u201d   Marc Marquez reveals the moment he was \u201cmost nervous\u201d in MotoGP <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI mean, of course, these three weeks at home were important, because I was trying to work on my weak points,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe first three races were not easy, especially to survive the whole weekend in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, let\u2019s see if now what we did at home is working on the MotoGP bike, which is the most important thing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, yeah, I would say I\u2019m in a good level, on the physical side, to perform in the best way possible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFirst three races were difficult inside and outside of the track.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cInside, especially, because I was suffering to find the way to ride in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was fast in some areas of the race, in some laps. But not in a constant way. We know the reason.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are trying to work on it. And outside of the track, it was difficult, because surviving with pain, it\u2019s not easy to arrive here and just try to fake it on your face; it\u2019s impossible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel, right now\u2026 always I try to find my numbers in the gym, and I can say that now I\u2019m in a good level to perform in a good way on the race track.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s true that I\u2019m not performing in a good way in these first three races, but I didn\u2019t put this extra that a good rider needs to put on a manufacturer.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cWhen a manufacturer takes you, they are waiting for that extra from you.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is what we will try to do in the next races, try to be better and better and try to improve, because especially Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia are riding in a very good way.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"body\">\n<p>Marc Marquez has poured cold water on claims that this weekend\u2019s MotoGP Spanish Grand Prix at Jerez will see Aprilia\u2019s current dominance reined in by Ducati.<\/p>\n<p>The Italian brand has dominated so far in 2026, winning all three grands prix with Marco Bezzecchi, as well as claiming a sprint win at COTA with Jorge Martin.<\/p>\n<p>Bezzecchi leads Martin by four points, while the nearest Ducati is Fabio Di Giannantonio in fourth and 31 points from the top of the standings.<\/p>\n<p>Ducati has just one grand prix podium to its credit, while reigning world champion Marc Marquez is yet to get a Sunday rostrum, though does have a sprint win and a second-place finish on his record.<\/p>\n<p>With this weekend\u2019s round at Jerez representing what many believe to be the first normal venue of the season, it\u2019s expected that Ducati will make a step.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>However, Marquez doubts this, stating: \u201cI mean, for me, the people that are saying \u2018no, we need to wait to Jerez\u2019\u2026 I mean, we\u2019ve gone to three different tracks, with three different layouts, three different rear tyres, and the winner was the same one.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt the end, the fact is the fact: Aprilia, especially with Marco, are the clear favourites and what we need to do is try to work step by step and try to be closer to them.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-57594618ec337fc1d28a80421a19499483f80340ec61657180e30c32868bcc91\">  Marc Marquez shows COTA wound ahead of Spanish MotoGP   Marc Marquez \u201cmade the most\u201d of MotoGP break: \u201cI can&#8217;t wait\u2026\u201d <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cBecause, even with a disastrous first three races, we are not very far in the championship. So, let\u2019s see if step by step we can increase our level.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Marquez assesses his physical condition after extended break<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The month break since the US Grand Prix due to Qatar being postponed because of the war in Iran has given Marquez time to improve the fitness in his injured shoulder.<\/p>\n<p>Marquez believes he is in better shape to perform, though suggests Ducati is still working on the flaws of its GP26.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"ins-related_content dsp-related_content_in_article_2\">\n<h2>Read More<\/h2>\n<div class=\"related-content-in-body js-view-dom-id-39e474e0d6f321b7e6bb67c8970fe531863d3094ac3ea82fd5157c9538f814ba\">  Pecco Bagnaia seeking 2022-style turnaround at \u201cone of the classics\u201d   Marc Marquez reveals the moment he was \u201cmost nervous\u201d in MotoGP <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cI mean, of course, these three weeks at home were important, because I was trying to work on my weak points,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe first three races were not easy, especially to survive the whole weekend in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, let\u2019s see if now what we did at home is working on the MotoGP bike, which is the most important thing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cBut, yeah, I would say I\u2019m in a good level, on the physical side, to perform in the best way possible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cFirst three races were difficult inside and outside of the track.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cInside, especially, because I was suffering to find the way to ride in a good way.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was fast in some areas of the race, in some laps. But not in a constant way. We know the reason.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWe are trying to work on it. And outside of the track, it was difficult, because surviving with pain, it\u2019s not easy to arrive here and just try to fake it on your face; it\u2019s impossible.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI feel, right now\u2026 always I try to find my numbers in the gym, and I can say that now I\u2019m in a good level to perform in a good way on the race track.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt\u2019s true that I\u2019m not performing in a good way in these first three races, but I didn\u2019t put this extra that a good rider needs to put on a manufacturer.<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-block\">\n<div class=\"mpu-title\"><span>Article continues below<\/span><span>ADVERTISEMENT<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<p>\u201cWhen a manufacturer takes you, they are waiting for that extra from you.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cIt is what we will try to do in the next races, try to be better and better and try to improve, because especially Marco Bezzecchi and Aprilia are riding in a very good way.\u201d<\/p>\n<aside>\n<div class=\"block block-echobox\">\n<h2>Subscribe to our MotoGP Newsletter<\/h2>\n<div class=\"info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-info\" id=\"edit-info--2\">\n<p>Get the latest MotoGP news, exclusives, interviews and promotions from the paddock direct to your inbox<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"extra-info js-form-wrapper form-wrapper\" data-drupal-selector=\"edit-legal\" id=\"edit-legal--2\">\n<p>For more information see our Privacy Policy<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n<p>[analyse_source url=&#8221;http:\/\/crash.net\/motogp\/news\/1093318\/1\/why-marc-marquez-doubts-jerez-motogp-pecking-order-claims&#8221;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.crash.net\/2026-04\/gng_1305856_hires.jpg?width=1600&amp;aspect_ratio=16:9&#8243;] Why Marc Marquez doubts Jerez MotoGP pecking order claims Marc Marquez doesn\u2019t buy claims the Spanish Grand Prix will see Aprilia reeled in by its competitors Lewis Duncan 23 Apr 2026 Share Marc Marquez, Ducati Corse, 2026 Spanish MotoGP \u00a9\u00a0Gold and Goose Add as a preferred source Marc Marquez has poured cold [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[47,226],"class_list":["post-1899638","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-politics","tag-crash-net","tag-crawlmanager"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1899638","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcomments&post=1899638"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1899638\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fmedia&parent=1899638"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Fcategories&post=1899638"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/index.php?rest_route=%2Fwp%2Fv2%2Ftags&post=1899638"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}