19 Sep, 2022

Moto GP

Marc Márquez retires from Aragon GP on opening lap

After making a great start, the Repsol Honda Team rider is involved in two incidents during the first lap that force him to retire.

Marc Márquez, who started thirteenth on the grid, made a great start at the Aragon Grand Prix, moving up into sixth on the first corner. Two corners later, a small slide from the rear of his Repsol Honda RCV213V caused Fabio Quartararo to crash into him from behind. The subsequent activation of the holeshot device on Márquez’ bike caused the rear wheel to lock up, and he then collided with Takaaki Nakagami, after which he was forced to withdraw from the race.

After fifteen rounds of the season, Marc Márquez is fifteenth in the MotoGP World Championship with 60 points.

Marc Márquez, DNF: “I got a really good start to the race and found myself fighting for the top five, instincts took over when the lights went out. But then in Turn 3, I lost the rear a little bit so I closed the gas and the problem was then that Fabio was super close to me. This is normal, it’s racing to be close in the first laps and to try a move in the change of direction, we were just unlucky to have this contact with Fabio. Then everything started, in Turn 5 I felt something strange, and I didn’t really know what was going on fully. In Turn 7 Nakagami overtook me and went wide but when I went to engage the rear device, I felt like the rear was locking. Then everything happened at once as the bike was moving to the left with this locking and I found myself touching with Taka. After this I retired. I went to apologies to Taka and his team because his race was ended by the situation we had. My apologies to him and Fabio.”

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19 Sep, 2022

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13 Sep, 2022

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Marc Marquez returns to competition at Aragon GP

Having completed a fruitful two-day test in Misano and continued intensive training at home, Marquez and the Repsol Honda Team have set a date for his return: the Aragon Grand Prix.

110 days after he last raced a MotoGP machine at the Italian Grand Prix on May 29, Marc Marquez will return to competition at the Aragon Grand Prix. Since undergoing a successful fourth operation on his right humerus, the eight-time World Champion has followed the strict guidance of his medical team in order to facilitate a full recovery. After numerous check-ups, consultations and tests, all involved are satisfied with the recovery made and the #93 will now take the next step in his rehabilitation – returning to competition.

The objective for the weekend will be to continue improving Marquez’s bike fitness and assessing his performance during the intensity of a Grand Prix weekend and race. Born in Cervera, MotorLand Aragon can truly be considered a home circuit for Marquez and the home fans have always helped buoy his on-track performance.

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13 Sep, 2022

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08 Sep, 2022

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Marc Marquez rides the RC213V again at the Misano test

An encouraging first day for the Repsol Honda Team at the Misano Test as Marc Marquez returned to a MotoGP machine 100 days after his operation.

It was a significant day as Marc Marquez made his return to the Repsol Honda Team for the first time since the Italian GP in late May. Starting just after 09:30 Local Time, the eight-time World Champion completed a brief first run to initially assess his right arm. With all signs being positive, he and the Repsol Honda Team switched into work mode and began their testing programme.

Completing a total of 39 laps before stopping for the day during the lunch break, the #93 ended his first day back on the bike with a best time of 1’32.395 – good enough for 11th on Sunday’s San Marino GP grid. Although lap times were not the focus, Marquez was sstill able to end the day 1.1s behind the fastest rider.

Márquez’s efforts were rewarded with a quickest time of 1’31.642, 0.6s faster than his best time from Tuesday and 13th in the combined test rankings. But the most important aspect of the test was the information gained about his physical condition and the feedback given to HRC’s engineers for the future.

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08 Sep, 2022

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02 Sep, 2022

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Márquez to travel to Misano

Satisfied with the condition of his right arm, Marc Márquez will travel to Misano with the intention of riding the Honda RC213V during the post-race test.

After two positives tests aboard a Honda CBR600RR at the MotorLand Aragon circuit on August 31 and September 02, Marc Márquez has gained valuable knowledge on the condition of his arm.

With the information gained and satisfied with the progress of his right humerus, Márquez will now travel to the San Marino GP with the intention of testing his physical condition further on his Honda RC213V during the post-race MotoGP test. The eight-time World Champion will arrive in Misano on Friday evening to once again observe and work alongside his team and HRC before aiming to take to the circuit on Tuesday.

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02 Sep, 2022

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24 Aug, 2022

Moto GP

Marc Márquez cleared for further training

Following his latest medical check, Marc Márquez has been given the green light to intensify his training and assess the condition of his arm on a motorcycle.

Marc Márquez has completed another successful medical check at the Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid. His trusted medical team, consisting of Dr. Joaquin Sánchez Sotelo, Dr. Samuel Antuña and Dr. Angel Cotorro were all pleased with the healing and recovery of the right humerus.

The medical team have given Márquez approval to intensify his training, adding more weight and introducing more varied exercises into his routine. Alongside this, it has also been agreed for the eight-time World Champion to start training on motorcycles to understand the condition of his right arm with further context.

From the findings of this outing, Márquez and the Repsol Honda Team will assess the following steps needed.

Dr. Sanchez Sotelo- MD PhD, Chair of the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Mayo Clinic

“Today, I had the opportunity to evaluate Marc Marquez in regard to his surgical procedure recently performed at Mayo Clinic. Fortunately, Marc Marquez has regained a great arc of motion and has recovered well from a muscular perspective as well. Today, he underwent radiographs and a CT scan that show complete bone union.”

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24 Aug, 2022

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10 Aug, 2022

Moto GP

New Alpinestars MM93 Capsule Collection

Alpinestars and eight-time Grand Prix World Champion, Marc Marquez, have teamed up for the fourth consecutive year to launch the new 2023 Alpinestars MM93 Capsule Collection, a fusion of racing style from the track and technical product excellence combined in a unique clothing line that reflects the values of performance, advanced protection technologies, and Marc’s very own distinctive style.

The inspiration for the 2023 MM93 Collection all started with the iconic MM93 logo and the simple idea to create a scramble pattern derived from the geometric lines of the logo. In designing the collection, the team focused on accentuating the logo, the graphics, and the colors on the logo itself to elevate them to another level. The result is a collection where the MM93 Collection style is unique and minimalist at the same time. We sought to keep only the essential elements of MM93 and worked to accentuate them with Marquez’s trademark red, black, and gray colors, to bring to market a range that looks stunning on and off the bike.

“For the fourth MM93 Collection we focused a lot on my logos and of course my colors, red and black to make something really simple and nice to wear for all the motorcycle lovers out there and to give them different options for daily life.

Of course, I tried to take care of all the designs and all the products, but I just tried to follow the professional advice of Alpinestars who have really good experience. We are collaborating, designing, and selling different products for the European, American, and Asian markets, and are trying to follow what the people are demanding.

The fourth MM93 collection was designed and developed here in Spain, with all my team, together with Alpinestars which developed it in Los Angeles and Asolo, Italy, and in the end, the team did really nice work, and I love the results.”

– Marc Marquez

The new 2023 MM93 Capsule Collection features jackets, technical riding hoodies, gloves, performance riding shoes and accessories including technical backpacks.

2023 MM93 INTERNATIONAL COLLECTION

MM93 Track Leather Jacket
MM93 Austin V2 Waterproof Jacket
MM93 Thunder Hoodie
MM93 Jerez Backpack with the scramble pattern and the MM93 Track Backpack
CR-X Drystar^® Riding Shoes: black, bright red, with red and black scramble pattern and bright red, white
Austin Riding Shoes: black, bright red, with grey and black scramble pattern, and bright red white
MM93 Losail V2 Gloves in black asphalt bright red with scramble pattern, and in bright red
Rio Hondo V2 Air Glove
Aragon Gloves

2023 MM93 ASIA COLLECTION

MM93 T-GP Ignition Air Jacket
MM93 Losail V3 Air Jacket
MM93 Jerez Backpack and MM93 Track Backpack
Urban style MM93 Thunder Riding Shoes
Racing MM93 Twin Ring v2 Gloves
Sport Rio Hondo V2 Air Gloves

Alpinestars shares Marc’s philosophy of pushing to the absolute limit in the quest for excellence. The company’s continued involvement in its world-class racing program has led to many protection and material innovations in the motorsports industry. The Research and Development activities at Alpinestars ultimately benefit everyday road riders by providing them with motorcycling apparel, footwear, and products that ensure premium protection and performance without compromise. The new 2023 Alpinestars MM93 Collection brings these product innovations to life, allowing Marc’s fans to ride with advanced protective gear in great style.

Discover the 2023 Collection here.

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10 Aug, 2022

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15 Jul, 2022

Moto GP

Marc Marquez set to begin physiotherapy after six-week check

Six weeks on from undergoing surgery on his right arm, Marc Marquez underwent the next scheduled post-operative check at the Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid. The medical team, consisting of Dr. Joaquin Sánchez Sotelo, Dr. Samuel Antuña and Dr. Angel Cotorro, were content with the development of the right humerus.

Subsequently, Marc Marquez has been cleared to enter the next stage of his recovery and begin physiotherapy with the right arm and cardio training.

Marc Marquez

“We have taken an important step in the recovery process. In this second check-up, the doctors have confirmed that the humerus is consolidating correctly, with this we can start physiotherapy on the right arm and cardio training. I am very excited to be able to recover mobility in my arm to continue advancing the recovery process and I want to thank the entire medical team for their treatment and attention.”

Dr. Sanchez Sotelo – MD PhD, Chair of the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Mayo Clinic.

“In the medical check-up carried out on Marc Marquez, six weeks after surgery on his right humerus, a good clinical and radiological evolution has been confirmed that allows progress in the mobility and strength recovery program of the right arm. The patient will undergo a new review within the next six weeks.”

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15 Jul, 2022

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19 Jun, 2022

Moto GP

Marc Marquez completes positive post-op medical check

Two weeks after undergoing surgery at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, Marc Marquez has undergone his first post-operative medical check. The assessment took place at the Ruber Internacional Hospital in Madrid with a medical team consisting of Dr. Joaquin Sánchez Sotelo, Dr. Samuel Antuña and Dr. Angel Cotorro. The feedback on the initial progress after surgery on Marquez’s right humerus was positive.

The medical team have recommended to continue with controlled exercises for the next four weeks. The eight-time World Champion is scheduled to undergo his next medical check in four weeks.

Marc Marquez

“Today I had a medical check in Madrid and the doctors are happy. My arm is immobilized, and it will be like this for the next few weeks. My feelings so far are positive because I have no pain, this is very important. It allows me to rest and follow the doctors’ rules: a healthy diet, drink a lot and try to hang out with our dogs because it is important that the body is not inactive. The most important thing from my doctors is that I have to be calm and patient.”

Dr. Sanchez Sotelo, MD PhD, Chair of the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Mayo Clinic:

“Today, Marc Marquez underwent a medical check-up in Madrid with Dr. Antuña, Dr. Cotorro and myself, confirming a positive evolution of the surgical wound. Starting today, he will begin performing controlled exercises of passive mobilization of the shoulder and elbow until a new revision in four weeks.”

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19 Jun, 2022

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03 Jun, 2022

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Successful surgery for Marc Marquez

Marc Marquez has completed surgery on his right humerus at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. The medical team have deemed the operation a success as Marquez’s recovery begins.

Lasting three hours, Dr. Joaquin Sanchez Sotelo and his team performed a humeral osteotomy. The surgery was deemed a success without complications by Dr Sanchez Sotelo as Marc Marquez entered the post-operative stage of his treatment at the Mayo Clinic.

Marquez will remain in the US for the coming days to guarantee his immediate post-operative recovery before returning to Spain to continue his treatment plan.

Dr. Sanchez Sotelo

MD PhD, Chair of the Division of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery, Mayo Clinic.

“Today we had the opportunity to operate on the right humerus of Mr. Marc Marquez. The procedure was completed in approximately three hours. Despite the complexity of the procedure, the final outcome was satisfactory. Surgery consisted in removing the proximal two screws of the posterior plate previously placed by Dr. Samuel Antuña on December of 2020, followed by a rotational humeral osteotomy. Such procedure involves creating a transverse cut of the humeral bone to rotate the humerus along its long axis. The amount of rotation performed today was approximately 30 degrees of external rotation. The humerus was stabilized in the new position using an anterior plate with multiple screws. Surgery was completed uneventfully. We would like to wish Mr. Marquez a swift recovery and a successful return to his professional career.”

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03 Jun, 2022

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29 May, 2022

Moto GP

Repsol Honda Team endure trying Italian GP race day

Tenth place for Marc Marquez in the 23-lap race was the only reward for the Repsol Honda Tam after three intense days of work in Mugello.

Stable weather returned to the Gran Premio d’Italia Oakley for race day once the overnight rain had dried. There were then no signs of the forecasted rain as the grid lined up for the 23-lap race. A great start aboard the RC213V saw Marc Marquez challenge the top five from 11th on the grid in the early stages as he pushed to stay with the leaders. Consistent pace in the high 1’47s to low 1’48s saw him defend his position as best he could, working to stay inside the top ten throughout the race. Crossing the line in 10th place after overtaking Fabio Di Giannantonio, Marquez and the Repsol Honda Team leave Italy with six more points.

Marc Marquez will now prepare for the fourth surgery on his right humerus, flying to the United States on Tuesday and therefore missing the Catalan Grand Prix.

Marc Márquez, 10º: “It was a tough race, like we were expecting. I gave everything in the first seven laps to see if I had the speed of the front riders and our pace wasn’t bad but then I started to struggle physically. I kept calm, I was riding with a comfortable rhythm, and I worked on understanding where we were losing compared to other bikes. The target was to give constructive comments to the team, and we achieved it. Now we have the most important ‘race’ of the season next week. It was difficult to concentrate because I know that next week is very important for my career, but I am proud to have done this race. I look forward to seeing everyone again soon.”

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29 May, 2022

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