Here’s a bold statement: Marc Marquez is still the undisputed 'alien' of MotoGP, and one rider owes him a big apology. But here's where it gets controversial—last year, Fabio Di Giannantonio claimed Marquez was no longer an unattainable talent. Fast forward to 2025, and Marquez has silenced his doubters with a season that’s nothing short of legendary. Riding for Ducati, the strongest manufacturer in MotoGP, Marquez’s dominance might seem expected, but the sheer scale of his success is jaw-dropping. Even after missing two races due to injury, he’s lapping the competition, leading his closest internal rivals by hundreds of points.
Let’s break it down: Ducati’s lineup is stacked with talent. Francesco Bagnaia, a two-time world champion, Alex Marquez, who’s made a remarkable leap, and Fermin Aldeguer, hailed as MotoGP’s next superstar, are all formidable contenders. Yet, Marquez has flattened them all. With 25 wins—nearly three times as many as the rest of Ducati’s riders combined—and 31 podium finishes out of 86 on Desmosedici motorcycles, he’s in a league of his own. And this is the part most people miss—Marquez isn’t just winning; he’s redefining what’s possible on a motorcycle.
Now, let’s talk about Di Giannantonio. Last year, he confidently declared that Marquez was no longer an ‘alien’ talent, someone out of reach. ‘Diggia,’ riding a factory-spec GP25, believed he had closed the gap. He said, ‘I no longer see him as an alien. I see him as a rival.’ Bold words, right? But here’s the reality check: Marquez is nearly 350 points ahead of Di Giannantonio, despite his injury absences. Ouch. Perhaps it’s time for rider #49 to eat some humble pie and apologize.
Here’s the controversial part: Does Marquez’s dominance prove that he’s still the ‘alien’ of MotoGP, or is it simply a testament to Ducati’s superior machinery? Di Giannantonio, now acknowledging Marquez’s ‘incredible’ 2025 season, seems to be backtracking. But let’s not forget—Marquez took Di Giannantonio’s Gresini seat after his shock Honda exit, leaving ‘Diggia’ stranded. Karma, anyone?
As we look ahead to next season, Marquez will be one of four riders on the GP26 bikes, alongside the factory duo and the upgraded Alex Marquez. Will anyone finally be able to challenge him? Or will Marquez continue to reign supreme? What do you think? Is Marquez still the ‘alien’ of MotoGP, or is his success overrated? Let’s spark some debate in the comments!
