Marc Marquez reveals why Pedro Acosta will lead the next MotoGP era
Updated: 20:49, 11 Mar
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Andrew McLarneyMotoGP Reporter
Andrew McLarney is a MotoGP reporter for GPBlog. With four years experience as a professional writer across the sports and video game industries, his experience as a K1 Premier League competitor evolved into a fascination with all forms of combat sport and eventually motorsport — with MotoGP becoming his primary focus. On top of that he is also an avid follower of MXGP and AMA Supercross as well as F1 and GT racing.
Marc Marquez has given his thoughts on the rise and future of Pedro Acosta, who many believe will join him as a Ducati teammate next year.
In a recent interview with Onda Cero, Marquez reaffirmed the fact that the toughest challenge of his career has already been completed, but also cast a view towards future seasons and 'eras' in the sport.
After his title-winning comeback in 2025, many have been wondering how long Marquez will continue into the future. So far, he hasn't agreed or confirmed any long-term deal with his current employer Ducati.
This has led to speculation that this may be the final season in MotoGP for one of it's all-time greats, and victory in the championship this year put Marquez equal with Agostini as the record holder.
"People can’t imagine how at peace I am with myself." He said, "I carry on with the same ambition, with the same desire, and whatever comes will be welcome. But I didn’t want to retire, and they said that after the injury I would never win again... Instead, I won again."
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When asked about the current season in MotoGP and his potential challengers such as Acosta, Marquez had the following to say:
"I understand the fascination. Acosta is the leader of the younger generation. He’s special... But a rivalry truly forms when you reach the final races and fight for a title. I hope to compete with Pedro Acosta for many more races, because he’s the benchmark of the younger generation and will be one of the riders who define a MotoGP era."
This comes after the world champion had already previously downplayed Acosta as a rival, stating that he had won the title in his first season, and therefore pouring water on the comparison after the heated duel in Thailand.
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