Marc Marquez Believes Ducati Have a ‘Good Problem’ Ahead of the 2025 MotoGP Season
As the 2025 MotoGP season approaches, Marc Marquez has weighed in on Ducati’s looming rider dilemma, calling it a “good problem” for the Italian manufacturer. The eight-time world champion, who joined Gresini Racing on a year-old Ducati for the 2024 season, has made an instant impact, proving he can still compete at the highest level despite years of struggles with Honda.
Ducati’s Stacked Rider Line-Up
Ducati currently boasts the strongest rider lineup on the grid, with reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia leading the factory squad and Jorge Martin, Enea Bastianini, and Marquez himself all vying for top positions. However, with only two seats available in the factory team for 2025, Ducati faces a difficult decision regarding who will partner Bagnaia next season.
Martin, the 2023 MotoGP runner-up and a frontrunner in 2024, has long been pushing for a factory ride. Bastianini, despite a challenging 2023 season marred by injuries, has shown flashes of brilliance and remains a contender. Meanwhile, Marquez’s return to form on the Ducati GP23 has made him a serious threat, further complicating Ducati’s decision.
Marquez’s Perspective on Ducati’s ‘Good Problem’
Speaking about the situation, Marquez acknowledged that Ducati’s wealth of talent is both a challenge and an advantage.
“Ducati has a good problem. When you have so many fast riders, choosing just two for the factory team is not easy. But this also means they have the best
