Why compare Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Márquez?

Competing against the seasoned Márquez has provided Bagnaia with valuable experience on the track. Their encounters have often highlighted Bagnaia's growth as a racer, as he learns to navigate the challenges posed by one of the sport's most successful riders.

Francesco Bagnaia

Key numbers

  • Grand Prix winsmultiple
  • Podium finishesmultiple
  • MotoGP Championships2
  • Moto2 Championships1

Top honours

  • MotoGP World Riders' Champion2022 and 2023
  • Moto2 World Champion2018
  • First Ducati rider World ChampionshipFirst in 15 years, since 2007.
  • First Italian rider World ChampionshipFirst since Valentino Rossi in 2009.
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Marc Márquez

Key numbers

  • Total Grand Prix WinsOver 90
  • Total Podium FinishesOver 150
  • Total Races CompetedMultiple
  • Pole PositionsMultiple
  • Championships Won9

Top honours

  • MotoGP World Championships7 titles (2013, 2014, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2025)
  • 125cc World Championship1 title (2010)
  • Moto2 World Championship1 title (2012)
  • Laureus World Sports AwardBreakthrough of the Year
  • All-time Grand Prix Record for Pole PositionsEqualled in 2016