2025 Spanish GP witnesses Alex Marquez Clinch his First MotoGP Grand Prix Win. Yamaha star Fabio Quartararo shines on the podium alongside Pecco Bagnaia. Marc Marquez salvaged a 12th-place finish after his early crash, while Johann Zarco, Alex Rins, Aleix Espargaro, and Marco Bezzecchi completed the points scorers.
A Dramatic Start at Jerez
The Estrella Galicia 0,0 Grand Prix of Spain delivered fireworks from the very first lap. Fabio Quartararo launched brilliantly from pole position, closely pursued by Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez. An early battle between Bagnaia and Marc Marquez thrilled the crowd, culminating in a dramatic clash where Marc Marquez dived into Turn 9 but ultimately lost out to Bagnaia at Turn 10.
However, the major twist came on Lap 3 when home hero Marc Marquez crashed out at Turn 8 while running third, ending his hopes of victory in front of his adoring fans.
Alex Marquez Takes Command
Quartararo initially held the lead with Bagnaia in hot pursuit, but Alex Marquez seized his moment. An aggressive move at Turn 1 on Lap 11 saw Alex snatch the lead from Quartararo. Building a solid gap, Alex Marquez steadily pulled away from the field, showcasing pace and composure far beyond his years. Meanwhile, Bagnaia found himself unable to get past a resolute Quartararo, as Maverick Viñales also closed in on the duo.
Final Laps and Maiden Glory
With a 2.4-second advantage in the closing laps, Alex Marquez remained flawless under pressure. Quartararo expertly defended against Bagnaia to maintain second place. As the checkered flag waved, Alex Marquez crossed the line to secure his first-ever MotoGP Grand Prix win, shedding his “Mr P2” tag in sensational style. Quartararo celebrated a long-awaited podium in second – his first since the 2023 Indonesian GP – while Bagnaia collected valuable championship points in third.
MotoGP 2025 Spanish GP (Jerez) Race Results:
- Alex Marquez (BK8 Gresini Ducati) : 40:56.374s
- Fabio Quartararo (Monster Yamaha) : +1.561s
- Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo) : +2.217s
- Maverick Viñales (Red Bull KTM Tech3) : +3.678s
- Fabio Di Giannantonio (Pertamina VR46 Ducati) : +7.267s
- Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM) : +8.529s
- Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM) : +9.764s
- Ai Ogura (Trackhouse Aprilia) : +10.923s
- Enea Bastianini (Red Bull KTM Tech3) : +15.879s
- Luca Marini (Honda HRC Castrol) : +17.239s
- Johann Zarco (Castrol Honda LCR) : +17.784s
- Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo) : +20.890s
- Alex Rins (Monster Yamaha) : +21.120s
- Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing) : +24.510s
- Raul Fernandez (Trackhouse Aprilia) : +25.726s
- Augusto Fernandez (Pramac Yamaha) : +31.429s
- Aleix Espargaro (Honda HRC Castrol) : +39.678s
- Lorenzo Savadori (Aprilia Factory) : +49.303s
- Fermin Aldeguer (BK8 Gresini Ducati) : DNF
- Franco Morbidelli (Pertamina VR46 Ducati) : DNF
- Joan Mir (Honda HRC Castrol) : DNF
- Jack Miller (Pramac Yamaha) : DNF
- Somkiat Chantra (Idemitsu Honda LCR) : DNF
Next Up: Le Mans Awaits
Following his unforgettable maiden victory, Alex Marquez leads the MotoGP title race heading into the legendary Le Mans circuit. After the thrills of Jerez, anticipation is sky-high for the 2025 French GP.
