Marc Marquez, who is the defending MotoGP world champion, recently shared the challenges he faced due to injuries during the last round in the USA. After a crash during Friday practice at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), his weekend performance was disappointing, raising concerns about his fitness, title defense, and long-term career. These difficulties were a result of ongoing issues from his 2020 crash at Jerez, further exacerbated by a fall at the Indonesian Grand Prix last season. The recent high-speed crash in Texas added to his physical struggles, leading to one of his toughest weekends in a while.
During media interactions at Jerez, Marquez assured that he has fully recovered since the US Grand Prix. However, he acknowledged that his performance at COTA was affected by his fitness challenges, which he initially did not openly admit to. The crash left visible marks on his right forearm, indicating the severity of the impact. Marquez explained that the series of mishaps has made it difficult for him to maintain consistency over a race weekend but assured fans that he is in better physical shape for the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix.
The champion rider also elaborated on the physical challenges he faces during the early laps of races, especially staying warm on the grid. Despite the struggles in America, Marquez is determined not to use fitness as an excuse and aims to perform well in the upcoming race. He expressed feeling better and more prepared for the competition, emphasizing that he is ready to deliver a strong performance in MotoGP. With a renewed focus on recovery and physical conditioning, Marquez is looking forward to showcasing his capabilities on the track without any limitations.
