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Marc Marquez cites tyre issues for sprint struggle at Austrian GP

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Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Marc Marquez cites tyre issues for sprint struggle at Austrian GP

Summary

Marc Marquez attributes his lack of speed during the Austrian Grand Prix to a specific rear tyre casing provided by Michelin for the Red Bull Ring. Despite previously securing back-to-back wins, Marquez found himself trailing behind Aprilia and KTM competitors this weekend, finishing second in the sprint race. He faced significant challenges, especially against KTM’s Pedro Acosta and Jorge Martin, who easily surpassed him during the race. Marquez expressed the need for a better understanding of this tyre casing as he aims to improve for future events. His brother, Alex Marquez, finished fifth, with other Ducati riders underperforming compared to their competitors.

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By the Numbers

•Marc Marquez finished second in the Austrian GP sprint race.
•He struggled with a specific Michelin rear tyre casing.
•Pedro Acosta and Jorge Martin outpaced him during the race.
•Ducati riders, including Marquez's brother Alex, had mixed results.
•Marquez aims to improve understanding of the tyre for future races.

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3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Marc Marquez blames Austrian GP sprint deficit on Michelin’s special rear tyre
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What they're saying

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Marc Marquez says his lack of speed in the Austrian Grand Prix week so far is entirely down to a specific tyre rear casing Michelin has brought for the Red Bull Ring. After scoring back-to-back double wins at Aragon and Misano, the factory Ducati rider has been on the back foot this weekend, failing to put up a fight for either pole position or the sprint win on Saturday. He salvaged a ...Keep reading
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