Marc Marquez Sets Blazing Pace in FP1 at MotoGP Thailand 2025

Buriram Circuit, Thailand – Marc Marquez showcased formidable speed during teh First Free Practice (FP1) session of the MotoGP Thailand 2025 Grand Prix. The Ducati rider topped the charts on friday, February 28, leaving his competitors trailing in his wake.

Marquez’s Early Dominance

From the outset, Marquez asserted his dominance, consistently setting impressive lap times. He ultimately concluded the session with a best time of 1 minute 29.423 seconds.

bagnaia’s Struggles

In contrast to his teammate, Francesco Bagnaia, the reigning MotoGP world champion, encountered difficulties.Bagnaia struggled to improve his lap times and spent time off the track, eventually finishing FP1 in tenth place, 0.718 seconds behind Marquez. Even though a challenging start, Bagnaia’s experience and determination suggest he will likely rebound and strive for improvement throughout the race weekend. His challenges highlight the fine margins in MotoGP, where even slight setbacks can significantly impact performance.

Morbidelli and Quartararo Close Behind

Franco Morbidelli,riding for pertamina Enduro VR46,secured second position,finishing just 0.158 seconds behind marquez. Fabio Quartararo, representing Yamaha, emerged as the fastest non-European manufacturer rider, claiming third with a gap of 0.342 seconds. Quartararo’s strong performance is a positive sign for Yamaha, demonstrating their potential to challenge the dominance of European manufacturers.

Top 10 FP1 Results

1. M. Marquez: 1 minute 29.423 seconds
2. F. Morbidelli: +0.158 seconds
3. F. Quartararo: +0.342 seconds
4. J. Miller: +0.417 seconds
5. M. Bezzecchi: +0.428 seconds
6. A. Ogura: +0.496 seconds
7. A. Marquez: +0.521 seconds
8. M. Oliveira: +0.595 seconds
9. M. Vinales: +0.631 seconds
10. F. Bagnaia: +0.718 seconds

Looking Ahead

The Thailand 2025 MotoGP Practice session, which determines the qualifiers for Q2, is scheduled to begin later today at 15:00 WIB. All eyes will be on whether Marquez can maintain his momentum, and if Bagnaia can overcome his initial struggles.

The session promises further excitement as riders fine-tune their setups and strategies for the upcoming qualifying and race. Stay tuned for updates to see which riders will make it into Q2!

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Marc Marquez Sets Blazing Pace in FP1 at MotoGP Thailand 2025

Buriram circuit, Thailand – Marc marquez dominated the First Free Practice (FP1) session of the MotoGP Thailand 2025 Grand Prix, leaving fans thrilled and competitors awestruck.Archyde’s chief Racing Correspondent grabbed an exclusive with the Ducati ace to discuss his pole-position start and insights into the weekend ahead.

Archyde: Marc, you’ve set a scorching pace in FP1. What’s your initial reading of the track and your bike’s performance?

Marc Marquez: Thanks, first of all. I can say I’m really happy with how today went. The track is amazing, as always in Thailand, but the bike is working exceptionally well too.We made some good steps with the setup, and we’re ready to keep pushing.

Archyde: Your closest teammate, Francesco bagnaia, seemed to struggle a bit. Did you notice anything during the session, and what’s your take on his situation?

Marc Marquez: Yes, I saw that Pecco was having some difficulties, but I know him well, and I’m sure he’ll figure it out. Thes things happen in racing, and it’s all about finding the sweet spot on the bike.I’m confident he’ll bounce back strong.

Archyde: Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo was right behind you, finished third. What do you think about Yamaha’s progress, and are you expecting a tough challenge from them this season?

Marc Marquez: Yamaha has been strong last season too, so it’s no surprise they’re right up there. They’ve made some improvements, and they’re a team to watch, for sure. But I focus on my performance and our team’s progress. If we keep working like we are, we’ll be ready for any challenge.

Archyde: Looking ahead, what’s your goal for the rest of the weekend, and what can fans expect from you and your Ducati?

Marc Marquez: My goal is always to be at my best and give it my all. Fans can expect to see a lot of hard work and determination, not just from me but from our whole team. We want to keep this momentum going and give them something to cheer about.

Archyde (closing): Marc, thank you for your time and for being a consistent entertainment on the track. We’ll see you on the grid for FP2!

That was MotoGP’s reigning champion, Marc Marquez, sharing insights into his dominant FP1 performance and aspirations for the Thailand 2025 MotoGP weekend. Stay tuned to Archyde for more updates and exclusive interviews from the thrilling world of MotoGP!