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    Some interesting articles on Motomatters and Motorsport Magazine, not all of which are paywalled. Mat Oxley reckons the GP25 problems are because of too much engine inertia.

    https://www.motorsportmagazine.com/a...nage-a-crisis/

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    Interesting perspective here - some folks dont like him, but without him he competition is less
    IF he had never raced, no one would know what they are missing

    "Marc Márquez’s return to dominance has sparked debate not only among fans, but also among the most respected technical minds in MotoGP — and Chicho Lorenzo doesn’t hesitate to explain why Marc stands apart from everyone else.
    🗣️ “Technically, Márquez is unclassifiable, because he’s not a refined, repetitive and robotic rider like Pedrosa or Lorenzo, but his creativity has no limits.”
    According to Chicho Lorenzo, Marc cannot be analyzed using traditional technical patterns. His riding defies standard classifications and relies on instinct, imagination, and constant adaptation.
    For Chicho, Marc’s influence goes far beyond lap times.
    🗣️ “Everything revolves around him. Even his rivals are happy that Marc has returned to winning with such superiority.”
    Márquez’s presence, he says, elevates MotoGP as a whole — drawing attention, excitement, and global relevance back to the championship.
    Despite admitting he grew tired of Marc’s dominance at times, Chicho also recognizes what MotoGP loses without him.
    🗣️ “I got bored with his dominance in some races, but I missed him when he couldn’t continue racing.”
    That contradiction underlines Márquez’s unique role: overwhelming on track, yet essential to the spectacle.
    In pure technical terms, Chicho highlights the key difference.
    🗣️ “He likes to push the limits, and that’s something most riders hate.”
    While others rely on precision and repetition, Márquez thrives in chaos — constantly flirting with the edge and finding lap time where others wouldn’t dare look.
    For Chicho Lorenzo, Marc Márquez isn’t just a champion — he’s a phenomenon MotoGP simply cannot replicate."
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