Marc Marquez Triumphs Over Brother Alex in Thrilling MotoGP…

Marc Marquez won the Argentina MotoGP, defeating brother Alex Marquez, marking his 90th victory and leading the riders’ standings. Alex showcased strong performance but finished second, as Marc aims for his seventh world title. The race attracted over 209,000 fans, while notable riders faced challenges with injuries and withdrawals.

In the MotoGP race held at Termas de Río Hondo, Argentina, Marc Marquez emerged victorious, defeating his younger brother Alex to secure his second consecutive win of the season. This triumph marks Marquez’s 90th career grand prix victory, paralleling his successful start from the previous weekend in Thailand. His performance has allowed him to reclaim the top position in the riders’ standings with 74 points as he aims for a seventh world title.

Marc Marquez showcased his dominance at the Argentine circuit, achieving pole position while setting a track record. The race attracted an enthusiastic crowd of 209,000 MotoGP fans, highlighting the event’s popularity. Despite a moment of instability on lap 16, Marquez successfully maintained his pursuit of Alex, who had taken an early lead before losing control in the final laps.

During the race, Marquez expressed admiration for his brother’s performance, stating, “Alex was pushing, and controlling the race. I thought to be second today is okay then I started to feel better, but it’s difficult to attack my brother! I was super impressed with Alex today.” Morbidelli finished third in the race, rounding out the podium.

Following the race, Marc Marquez reflected on his achievement of matching the 90 grand prix wins of the late Angel Nieto, saying, “I’m super happy to equal Angel, he was and is super important for Spanish motorcycling in the world, it’s an honour.” Notably, this was the fourth second-place result for Alex this season, bringing him to 58 points in the standings. He emphasized his determination for future success, stating, “I did everything I could but finally Marc passed me, it was impossible to keep him behind. I’m closer than ever for my first win!”

The race saw absence from world champion Jorge Martin, who continues to recover from injuries sustained in Thailand, while Marc’s teammate, Francesco Bagnaia, finished fourth. Miguel Oliveira withdrew from the race after a morning incident but remained uninjured as he returns for a medical check-up.

The competitive spirit and sibling rivalry in this race showcase the thrilling narratives that MotoGP continues to deliver as the season progresses.

Marc Marquez’s remarkable victory in the Argentina MotoGP reinforces his dominance and competitive edge in the current season, positioning him favorably for a potential seventh world title. Meanwhile, the performance of his brother, Alex, highlights the potential for future successes, foreshadowing an exciting continuation of sibling rivalry in future races. The race was also marked by high spectator turnout and notable absences among other prominent riders.

Original Source: www.rfi.fr