DOTD: Looking Through a Crystal Ball with Marquez and Vinales
“Since we will not be seeing riders take to the infamous Sachsenring Circuit this year, we thought today would be a great day to look back at our 2019 pre-race analysis for the German GP. Specifically, our thoughts on Marc Marquez and Maverick Vinales who entered the race weekend on a high note as they had both just locked down a podium finish at the Dutch Grand Prix…”
April 30th, 2020
DOTD: 2019 Argentina GP Flashback – Crutchlow Vs. Marquez
“Although we may not see riders on the Termas de Rio Hondo Circuit for quite some time, we decided to flashback to the 2019 Argentina Grand Prix… Below we have provided last year’s race recap that focuses exclusively on Marc Marquez and Cal Crutchlow – two incredible riders, two very different outcome.”
March 25th, 2020
Three Manufactures – 1 Podium
“2019 World Champion, Marc Marquez finished his almost perfect season with a race win followed closely by Fabio Quartararo and Pramac Ducati rider, Jack Miller. Three riders with very different styles, very different machines and a 2.4 second gap by the time the checkered flag was out. Let’s identify some of the key factors that contributed to each rider’s success at the final GP of the 2019 season…”
November 18th, 2019
The Journey To The Title
“With his 8th World Champion title secured, Marc Marquez leaves his fans and opponents speechless as his talent continuously progresses and his impact on the sport deepens. Each season, Marquez and the Repsol Honda Team raise the bar with more consistent, strategic performances that allow the Spanish rider to claim the title one race sooner than the previous…”
October 7th, 2019
What We Saw Last Year At Aragon – In Numbers
“Racing is more than just a fast bike. Being able to strategically utilize both your and your bike’s skills while maintaining harmony between the two is something racer’s train for their whole lives. Additionally, it is the racer that defines a bike’s abilities. Depending on their techniques and strategies used to exploit the bike’s characteristics, a Suzuki, for example, may appear as a totally different bike under one rider to the next….
September 19th, 2019
Where We Stand Going Into Summer Break
“At this point, riders are focused on taking points away from Marquez before it’s too late…The Czech GP is on the horizon but first, riders will enjoy a well deserved summer break and race fans will shed a quick tear out of boredom. So how do the riders AND teams stand now that we are just about half way through the season?”
July 8th, 2019
Can’t Stop, Won’t Stop
“Marquez is at it again with 7 podium finishes within the first 8 races of the season. The energy is high as the Repsol Honda team heads to Germany where they have been undefeated SIX yeares in a row. Yes, you heard me right. The young Spanish rider has taken every single pole and win at Sachsenring since 2013. I sure wouldn’t want to be in the same ring as Marc this weekend…”
July 2nd, 2019
Three Factory Teams Go Head to Head in Catalunya
“With all the hype centered around the individual World Championship rankings, it can be easy to overlook the team rankings throughout the season. Today we are going to dive into the top three ranked teams which by no surprise are…”
June 13th, 2019
Study. Be aware. Protect your position.
“With six podiums out of the first seven races of the 2019 season, Marc Marquez has shown no signs of slowing down. In fact, he’s just getting started! The unstoppable Spaniard has landed on the front row of the grid each race and has maintained a strong prey index, preventing his opponents from from overtaking at opportune times…”
June 5th, 2019
Rins vs. Marquez – Spanish GP
“The 2018 World Champion is back on top! With an effortless performance at this weekend’s race in Jerez, Repsol Honda rider, Marc Marquez earned yet another 1st place podium finish. Not a bad way to start the European leg of the season… Additionally, Marquez swooped back into 1st place in the World Championship rankings by a SLIM 1 point. With a 1.65 second lead over Suzuki rider, Alex Rins, Marc Marquez defended his title at the Circuito de Jerez as he’s been spotted in the 1st place podium position two years in a row…”
May 7th, 2019
Jump Starts and Crashes at COTA
“Second row, P6. 3… 2… jump start… 1… lights out! And they’re off! Well, unless you’re Yamaha rider Maverick Vinales who was given a ride through penalty and not only pulled in after six laps, but also encountered a miscommunication with his team and took the additional time loop AKA long lap penalty prior to his ride through…”
April 16th, 2019
Argentina GP Recap – Crutchlow Vs. Marquez
“Both Crutchlow and Marquez showed great promise going into the race weekend but after a controversial jump start, Crutchlow was penalized with a ride through penalty. While some believe it was a deserved accusation, many believe it was, let’s just say… BS, and cost him a podium finish at the Termas de Rio Hondo. Although Crutchlow was directed to ride through the pit lane, his performance for the remaining laps was a phenomenal way to stick it to the officials as he climbed his way through the pack and ended in 13th place…”
April 1st, 2019
Qatar Grand Prix – Dovizioso vs Marquez
“Let’s start big picture… Overall, Marquez had a stronger speed index for all sectors combined. His times were dangerously close to Dovizoso’s but he was ultimately able to gain ground on his opponents with these quick times. Where Dovizioso lacked in speed he made up for in…wait for it… CONSISTENCY! Fast lap times are great in all, but if they are not matched with superior consistency then a rider will have a hard time pulling ahead of the pack…”
March 12th, 2019
2018 World Champion MM93 climbed 7 positions taking 1st at the Malaysia GP
“This weekend Marc Marquez came back ready to fight after an unfinished race at the Twin Ring Motegi. Not wasting any time, Marquez gave it his all in Q2 and landed P1 on the grid but was moved back 6 positions due to penalty points. Starting the race from P7 Marquez quickly climbed his way to the top and began closing in on Valentino Rossi…”
November 5th, 2018