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Gresini Ducati manager, Michele Masini, emphasized a firm message to their rivals in MotoGP 2024. Masini stated that the presence of Marc Marquez will be the main rival in the competition to win the podium in every race.
The existence of The Baby Alien – Marc Marquez's nickname – has had a significant positive impact on Gresini Ducati. Their racer pair, Marquez and Alex Marquez, achieved impressive results in the opening series of the Qatar MotoGP 2024.
The Marquez brothers were able to finish the race in the top 10 at the Lusail International Circuit, Doha, on Monday (11/3/2024). Marc finished in fourth place, while Alex was sixth. This result gave rise to praise from Masini for both of them.
“This was a solid weekend for our team, especially on a track that is not easy for us. “I saw that Alex was very focused, both in trials and in the main race,” said Masini, quoted from Motosan, Friday (15/3/2024).
Masini assesses that Marc Marquez's performance as a Spanish racer who has just joined Gresini Ducati is at a very good level. He believes Marquez will be a serious threat to other teams in every race he plays.
“Marc has enormous potential, he has shown extraordinary performance. “He will definitely be a tough rival in every race, he will fight hard to reach pole position,” said Masini.
Even though they haven't managed to get on the podium in the opening race, Masini stated that getting to the podium remains their main target. With this positive start, he is optimistic that the Gresini Ducati racer will be able to compete for the championship title.
“Reaching the podium is our main goal, even though it has not yet been achieved. However, this allows them to continue working humbly but with a solid foundation,” added Masini.
“The most important thing is for both drivers to enjoy the race; although we do not rule out the possibility that they will become serious competitors in the race for the title in the future. “We will evaluate our strategy in the middle of the season,” he concluded.
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