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Francesco Bagnaia comments on Marc Marquez's return to competition

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Last updated May 29, 2026

Francesco Bagnaia comments on Marc Marquez's return to competition

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Francesco Bagnaia and Marco Bezzecchi have responded critically to Marc Marquez's assessment of his fitness before the Italian Grand Prix. Despite Marquez's claims of being below his best due to injuries sustained earlier this year, both riders believe he is capable of competing effectively. Marquez recently underwent surgery on his foot and shoulder, complicating his comeback. The race at Mugello will test Marquez's readiness as he aims to regain his competitive form after an injury layoff.

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•Francesco Bagnaia and Marco Bezzecchi criticized Marquez's comments.
•Marquez had surgery on his foot and shoulder earlier this year.
•He aims to compete at the Italian Grand Prix in Mugello.

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7:00 AMMotorsport.com — "If Marc Marquez is back, it's because he feels he can fight," says Francesco Bagnaia

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Both the world championship leader Marco Bezzecchi and Marquez' own team-mate, Francesco Bagnaia, have scoffed at Marc Marquez's claim to be below his best as he returns from a injury layoff at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix. Following a recent operation on his foot and shoulder, the reigning world champion played down his chances when speaking to media at Mugello on Thursday. But Marc has ...Keep reading
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Motorsport.comMay 29, 2026, 7:00 AM
"If Marc Marquez is back, it's because he feels he can fight," says Francesco Bagnaia
Both the world championship leader Marco Bezzecchi and Marquez' own team-mate, Francesco Bagnaia, have scoffed at Marc Marquez's claim to be below his best as he returns from a injury layoff at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix. Following a recent operation on his foot and shoulder, the reigning world champion played down his chances when speaking to media at Mugello on Thursday. But Marc has ...Keep reading

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