Marc Márquez arrived at Gresini this season, with a Ducati Desmosedici GP23. Despite not being contractually linked to the manufacturer and not having the latest version of the bike, he still contributes to the development of the motorcycle.
According to the website Motosan.es, during the Jerez test last Monday, the Spanish rider tested new settings, but also new parts – something confirmed by the rider himself, who stated: ‘Gigi [Dall’Igna, general manager of Ducati Corse] and all his staff came to the garage because we tested some things for them‘.
Although it is not known for sure what Márquez tested, the truth is that he is open to trying new solutions and the trust is also placed in him to do so – indicating a good relationship with the Borgo Panigale manufacturer.
It is a factor to consider when discussing the future of the eight-time world champion. His contract with Gresini ends at the end of the season and it is not yet certain what he will do in 2025. He is currently one of the candidates to be Francesco Bagnaia’s teammate in 2025, but he is not the only one vying for the position.
After four difficult years at Repsol Honda, in a negative cycle that began with the serious injury in 2020 and continued with the performance crisis of the Japanese manufacturer, Márquez seems to be back to good performances now. Despite everything that happened, he continues to demonstrate an incisive riding style that can make a difference, capable of fighting for top positions early on with a different bike and in a satellite team.
