Marc Marquez has expressed his admiration for Ducati rider Francesco Bagnaia, referring to him as the standout rider for the team. The 2024 MotoGP season has seen Marquez and Bagnaia engage in thrilling battles, with their most recent clash occurring in the Spanish Grand Prix. Bagnaia emerged victorious in a closely contested race, finishing just 0.372s ahead of Marquez, who achieved his first podium with Gresini Ducati. However, their previous encounter in Portimao resulted in a controversial collision, leading to both riders failing to score any points. Speaking after the race in Jerez, Marquez praised Bagnaia, stating that it is a privilege to compete against the reigning World Champion and Ducati’s leading rider. Marquez acknowledged that he still has areas to improve upon but hopes to narrow the gap between himself and Bagnaia in the future. Currently, Marquez trails championship leader Jorge Martin by 32 points, but he believes it is too early to focus on a title challenge. Marquez recognizes that there will be tracks where he will struggle, but he remains determined to continue pushing forward. While some aspects of his riding style may be weaker with his current bike, Marquez also acknowledges that he possesses certain strengths that can be capitalized on.
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