By Stig Editor 
Marquez Banking on Ducati for First Austrian GP Win
Marc Marquez is eyeing his maiden Austrian Grand Prix victory this weekend, and he’s betting big on Ducati’s raw pace to make it happen. The eight-time world champion has never tasted glory at the Red Bull Ring, a circuit where Ducati has historically reigned supreme thanks to its straight-line speed and acceleration advantage.
After making the bold switch from Honda to Ducati machinery for the 2025 MotoGP season, Marquez has been steadily adapting to the Desmosedici’s aggressive style. The Red Bull Ring’s long straights, heavy braking zones, and high-speed corners present the perfect playground for Ducati’s strengths and Marquez knows this could be the breakthrough moment.
“The Austrian GP has always been a difficult race for me in the past,” Marquez admitted in a press conference. “But now, with Ducati, I feel we have the package to fight for the win. The bike suits this track perfectly, and I’m ready to push to the limit.”
The Austrian GP has been a Ducati stronghold since its return to the MotoGP calendar in 2016, with multiple wins courtesy of riders like Andrea Dovizioso, Francesco Bagnaia, and Jorge Martin. For Marquez, breaking his personal Red Bull Ring curse would not only mark a milestone with his new team but also tighten the championship battle.
Fans are eager to see if the combination of Marquez’s fearless racing style and Ducati’s technical firepower can finally dethrone the competition in Austria. If everything clicks, the Red Bull Ring might just witness a new chapter in Marquez’s legendary career.