Marc Márquez pulled off an incredible win at the Qatar MotoGP, even after a dramatic crash with his own brother, Alex Márquez, in the first turn. Despite damage to his Ducati bike, Marc stayed calm and fast, winning the race at Lusail for the first time in over a decade. With this victory, he now leads the MotoGP championship with 123 points.
Early Clash Between Brothers
The race started with fireworks. As soon as the lights went out, Marc Márquez charged to the front. But right in the first corner, his younger brother Alex made contact with the back of Marc’s bike. The hit damaged the rear and made things tricky for Marc early on.
Soon after, Franco Morbidelli took advantage of the chaos and briefly led the race. But Alex Márquez had more trouble coming. He got into a second crash—this time with Fabio Di Giannantonio. Race officials handed Alex a long lap penalty, effectively ending his shot at a podium.
Tight Battles Up Front
While Alex fell back, the fight at the front got intense. Marc Márquez, Francesco Bagnaia, and Maverick Viñales were locked in a high-speed battle. Viñales, riding for Red Bull KTM, showed great pace and jumped to the lead with 12 laps to go, overtaking Bagnaia and Morbidelli.
But Marc wasn’t done yet.
Marc Márquez Pushes Through Damage
Even with a damaged bike and lost aerodynamics, Marc stayed close. With seven laps left, Viñales made a mistake and ran wide. That gave Marc just the chance he needed. He took the lead back—and never looked back.
From that point, the 31-year-old Spaniard started pushing harder. He set a series of fastest laps and pulled away from the field. His experience and smooth riding made the difference. He crossed the finish line first, arms raised, back on top in Qatar.
MotoGP Championship Standings
Here’s a quick look at the updated points after the Qatar GP:
- Marc Márquez – 123 points
- Alex Márquez – 106 points
- Francesco Bagnaia – 97 points
Viñales finished second, but his result is still under review due to a tyre pressure check. Bagnaia claimed third, and Morbidelli finished fourth after a strong early performance.
Other Big Moments
One of the biggest surprises came from defending champion Jorge Martín. In his season debut, Martín crashed out at turn 11. It was a tough start for the title holder, who did not finish the race.
Also worth noting: Marc Márquez won Saturday’s sprint race and took pole position with a lap record. His performance over the weekend shows he’s back in top form and hungry for more.
What This Win Means
This victory is more than just 25 points. It’s a message to the rest of the field—Marc Márquez is here to win the title. After a few tough seasons with injuries and setbacks, his return to Ducati seems to be paying off.
Even after an early hit and riding a damaged machine, Marc stayed cool and calculated. He showed why he’s one of MotoGP’s all-time greats. This win also gives him breathing room in the standings and momentum going into the next round.
The MotoGP season is far from over, but Qatar might be the race that marks a turning point for Marc Márquez. He now sits on top of the leaderboard with two consistent wins in one weekend.
Fans can expect more action as the season continues. The next race will be another test of skill, speed, and nerves. But one thing’s for sure—Marc Márquez is back, and the title race just got even more exciting.