Eight-time world champion and MotoGP icon Marc Marquez has found himself in the middle of a storm of controversy following recent comments from Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta and rider Fabio Di Giannantonio. The comments, which focused on Marquez’s potential influence and future performance with Ducati in 2025, have sparked the anger of the Spaniard, who feels misrepresented and disrespected.  

Ezpeleta’s comments raised questions about Marquez’s adaptability to Ducati machinery and whether his dominance could extend to the Italian team. Meanwhile, Di Giannantonio, who is also joining the Ducati team, suggested in an interview that Marquez’s move to Ducati might not yield the same results as his time at Honda. These comments have left Marquez furious, as he believes they downplay his professional abilities and achievements.  

Marquez, known for his fiery personality both on and off the track, reportedly responded privately with frustration, but a public statement from his team is expected soon. “Marc has nothing to prove; his record speaks for itself,” said a source close to the rider. “To imply otherwise is disrespectful and dismissive of his legendary status.”  

Fans and analysts are now taking stock of the situation. Some see the comments from Ezpeleta and Di Giannantonio as a way to stir up the competitive spirit, while others argue that they are an unnecessary provocation. Ducati’s 2025 season is already being touted as one of the most eagerly awaited in MotoGP history, and Marquez is expected to bring his unrivalled aggression and skill to a team with a bike that has proven to be a championship winner.  

As Marquez prepares for this monumental change, the ongoing controversy only adds fuel to the fire of what promises to be a dramatic and high-stakes chapter in his illustrious career. Whether the statements will affect his focus or motivate him further remains to be seen, but one thing is clear: Marquez’s determination to silence his critics on track is as strong as ever.