Marc Marquez, after his victory in Brno brought him closer to the championship table, made it clear that the title fight is now a real thing. The Gresini Ducati rider also added an important warning regarding the Assen circuit in the Netherlands.
They can no longer ignore the championship.
With his victory in Brno, Marquez reduced the gap with the leader to 40 points, making it clear that as of June 21, 2026, he will be looking at the remainder of the season with championship aspirations. The championship gap narrowed to 40 points after the victory against Brno., This became the main reason why Marquez now defines himself as a true competitor. The Spanish driver went from being a competitor who warmed up late to becoming a decisive name in the points standings.
A cautious message for Assen.
However, Marquez issued a cautionary note regarding the upcoming Dutch GP – to be held at the Assen Circuit. His emphasis on Assen highlights the unique technical requirements of the circuit and the varying preparation advantages of competitors for that particular course. In this context, without getting carried away, the driver reminded everyone that the next test of the season also presents a crucial challenge.
His brother in Brno Alex Marquez was forced to withdraw from the race. Marc's victory over the weekend created contrasting emotions within the family. While this win cemented Marc Marquez's individual breakthrough of the season, it didn't alleviate the challenges ahead; his warning regarding Assen is a direct product of this realistic approach.