Alex Marquez Tops Thai MotoGP Practice as Bagnaia Faces Q1 Battle

Alex Marquez Tops Thai MotoGP Practice as Bagnaia Faces Q1 Battle

Alex Marquez delivered an impressive performance in the opening practice sessions of the 2025 Thai MotoGP, setting the fastest time of the day at the Buriram International Circuit. The Gresini Ducati rider showcased strong pace, outshining several big names, including reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia, who now finds himself in a tough position heading into Q1.

 

Marquez’s speed was evident from the start, as he consistently posted competitive lap times before ultimately clocking the session’s best time. His performance solidifies his growing reputation as a serious contender in the Ducati camp, proving he has the pace to challenge the established front-runners.

 

Meanwhile, Bagnaia struggled to find his rhythm, failing to secure an automatic spot in Q2. The Ducati factory rider now faces the challenge of battling through Q1, where he will have to fight for one of the final two spots in the second qualifying session. With several fast riders in the mix, including potential surprises from satellite Ducati teams, Bagnaia’s road to pole position just got significantly harder.

 

Other notable performances came from the Aprilia and KTM riders, who continued to show strong form in the tightly contested practice sessions. With the grid more competitive than ever, the stage is set for an intense qualifying showdown as Bagnaia and others attempt to secure a strong starting position for Sunday’s race.

 

With Alex Marquez leading the charge and championship contenders facing unexpected hurdles, the Thai MotoGP weekend is shaping up to be an unpredictable and thrilling battle.