Alex Marquez frustrated by mistake costing podium at British GP

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Alex Marquez frustrated by mistake costing podium at British GP
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Alex Marquez expressed frustration over a mistake during the British Grand Prix on August 9, which he deemed "stupid" and "unacceptable." Marquez, who started seventh on the grid, emerged as Ducati's top runner and was in contention for a podium before the error. Despite clearing Marco Bezzecchi's Aprilia earlier in the race, the mistake prevented him from competing for second place. The race showcased strong performances from the Aprilias, leaving Marquez with questions about what could have been.

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  • Marquez finished as Ducati's top runner at Silverstone
  • Started the race in seventh position
  • Battled against Marco Bezzecchi but could not secure podium
  • Mistake occurred while challenging for higher placement
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Alex Marquez says he could have fought the Aprilias for second in the British Grand Prix had he not made a “stupid” and “unacceptable” mistake. The younger Marquez again emerged as Ducati’s top runner at Silverstone, charging from seventh on the grid in the first part of the race to knock on the podium positions. But shortly after clearing the factory RS-GP of Marco Bezzecchi for ...Keep reading

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Alex Marquez scored 19 points over the British weekend and comprehensively outperformed his Ducati team-mates, but was angry at himself after missing out on a podium

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