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Marc Marquez considers retirement during troubled Austrian GP

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 2:37 PM

Last updated Sep 20, 2026

Marc Marquez considers retirement during troubled Austrian GP

Summary

Marc Marquez experienced significant brake issues during the Austrian Grand Prix on September 20, 2026. Despite starting from the front row, he finished fifth after struggling with performance throughout the race at the Red Bull Ring. Marquez initially contemplated withdrawing from the competition due to these difficulties. The factory Ducati rider's challenges were apparent early on as he dropped in position shortly after the start of the race.

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By the Numbers

•Marquez faced brake issues affecting his performance.
•He finished in fifth place during the race.
•He started the race from the front row.
•His troubles were evident from the start of the race.
•The race took place at the Red Bull Ring.

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2:37 PMMotorsport.com — Marc Marquez feared Austrian GP retirement as he explains cause of struggles
2:37 PMYahoo Sports — Marc Marquez feared Austrian GP retirement as he explains cause of struggles

What they're saying

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Marc Marquez said he considered pulling out of the Austrian Grand Prix at one stage as brake issues significantly hampered his performance in Sunday’s MotoGP race. The factory Ducati rider started from the front row of the grid but finished a distant fifth at the end of a topsy-turvy race at the Red Bull Ring. Marquez’s troubles were evident from the start as he dropped from second to ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com