The latest episode of “Inside Ducati” on YouTube features Marc Marquez recounting his serious crash during training at Assen with the Ducati team. Back in the garage, Marquez is surrounded by key figures such as Gigi d’Orto, the general manager of Ducati Corse, eager to learn about his condition and the details of the accident.
Marquez admits, “I approached the truck conditions too quickly.” Dall’Igna responds reassuringly, “The important thing is that you’re okay.” Marquez adds that he took a heavy hit to his left arm, which left his hand paralyzed and seemingly locked.
Later, Marquez discusses the crash with his teammate Francesco Bagnaia, explaining, “It happened on lap three… I made a mistake with the rear device after a very slow lap. I started again without the perfect temperature.” In the afternoon, Marquez suffered another harsh crash.
He remarked to Bagnaia, “It would have been better without the large gravel stones.” While speaking to the media with a cut chin, he added, “The gravel is too big, and it needs fixing next year.” He also described how sliding over the gravel affected his breathing and contributed to his injuries, noting there was a rock among the gravel.
Despite a challenging start to his weekend in the Netherlands, Marquez made a swift comeback, winning a sprint and the Grand Prix, which extended his lead in the MotoGP championship. During his victory celebration, he said, “My fingers are paralyzed. Winning feels like an anesthetic!”
However, the damage wasn’t limited to his face and hands on Friday; Marquez also hit a particularly sensitive area. Joking with Dall’Igna during the Parc Fermé celebrations, they teased, “There’s still a big lump after the crash!” Dr. MotoGP Angel Charte held Marquez, who quipped, “This weekend he saw my balls more than my girlfriend!”
Fan Take: This inside look at Marquez’s crash and recovery highlights both his resilience and the dangers riders face, reminding fans of the sport’s intense physical challenges. It also spotlights the need for ongoing safety improvements, like better gravel trap design, which can have a significant impact on rider safety and race outcomes.
