Alex Marquez has signed a new two-year contract extension with Gresini Ducati in MotoGP, ensuring his presence in the championship until the end of the 2026 season. After his time with Honda, Marquez joined the Faenza team in 2023 and achieved two podium finishes in his debut season. Despite not yet securing a grand prix victory, Marquez’s performances impressed Gresini Ducati, leading to the decision to extend his contract. The Marquez brothers have contributed to Gresini’s success this season, placing them in third position in the Teams’ Championship, behind Pramac and Ducati’s factory teams. Alex Marquez expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to continue with Gresini, emphasizing his determination to improve and achieve better results. Gresini Racing owner Nadia Padovani praised Marquez’s potential and highlighted the strong bond between him and the team. She firmly believes that Marquez’s consistency will lead to positive results in the future. With his brother Marc Marquez moving to Ducati’s factory team, a vacancy has opened up at Gresini for the upcoming season.
