I don't consider that to be negative.
There have been numerous instances of siblings competing in MotoGP and Grand Prix racing, yet none have ever finished back-to-back in the top two positions across the initial four events. Not as far as I know, at least. Even though MotoGP's allure lies partly in the unpredictable nature of its outcomes, enthusiasts are beginning to express worries about a potential clash between the Marquez brothers this season. However, what could possibly make such an event troubling for them?
You get the opportunity to witness the first duo of brothers in contemporary MotoGP history genuinely compete against each other for a premier-class world championship title. No slight intended towards anyone. Espargaros , Binders , or Haydens , however, there was never a moment when both brothers were vying for the championship simultaneously.
Others might contend that Alex doesn't genuinely stand a chance because Marc appears to have secured an effortless lead, comfortably winning every race so far. However, Marc asserts that claiming victory in Argentina proved significantly tougher compared to the initial event in Thailand. Reflecting on this, he remarked, “Alex’s performance really amazed me. There were moments during the race when I considered settling for second place. His riding was incredibly fluid, maintaining high speeds through corners without even a hint of smoke from his tires—clearly showing how advanced he is. Ultimately, though, I managed to survive and went all-out, possibly risking too much!”
Therefore, even though Alex hasn't claimed victory in a complete race within the top tier category yet, he shouldn't be dismissed as a contender this season.
Marc and Alex have built significant advantages in both sprints and longer events this season, with Marc securing victory in each of the four contests held thus far. Even Francesco Bagnaia, a two-time world champion, hasn’t been able to put substantial pressure on Alex to prevent him from claiming second place. As they head into the upcoming race at the Circuit of The Americas (COTA), where Marc holds the title of "King," he’s expected to maintain his supremacy. However, unpredictability remains an inherent part of MotoGP.
Everyone watched Marc closely last year because he seemed poised to secure his first victory in ages following a series of setbacks including injuries and equipment issues that left him trailing behind the leading riders. However, just when everything looked promising, he crashed while leading. Coming up, there are several circuits where Bagnaia excels and has had great success. Additionally, the reigning world champion, Jorge Martin, hasn’t made his comeback yet due to test-related injuries.
The point I’m making is that circumstances can shift rapidly. However, even if nothing changes, I’d still enjoy seeing the Marquez brothers compete against each other for a world championship and create history. Should it result in complete dominance by Marc Marquez, that’s fine as well, since newer fans deserve to witness firsthand what we experienced long ago—a legendary rider displaying unparalleled talent.
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