Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia Lead the Pack in 2025 MotoGP Season

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The 2025 MotoGP season is underway, and the first practice session in Thailand has set the tone for an exciting year ahead. Marc Marquez, the six-time MotoGP champion, topped the session with a time of 1m29.423s, showcasing his dominance on the track. His brother, Alex Marquez, also impressed with a time of 1m29.020s, demonstrating the speed and consistency that has become a hallmark of the Marquez brothers.

Meanwhile, Pecco Bagnaia, Marquez's teammate at Ducati, faced a challenging session, finishing 10th with a time of 1m29.492s. Despite this, Bagnaia remains optimistic about his chances, citing the pace he has shown in testing and his ability to close the gap with Marquez. The Italian rider will need to find a way to overcome the obstacles that hindered his performance in the first session, including a cancelled lap and a baulked lap due to a fellow rider.

The top 10 riders in the first practice session were:

• Marc Marquez (Ducati) - 1m29.423s
• Alex Marquez (Gresini Ducati) - 1m29.020s
• Franco Morbidelli (VR46 Ducati) - 1m29.581s
• Fabio Quartararo (Yamaha) - 1m29.765s
• Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia) - 1m29.851s
• Ai Ogura (Trackhouse Aprilia) - 1m30.019s
• Miguel Oliveira (Trackhouse Aprilia) - 1m30.118s
• Maverick Vinales (Tech3 KTM) - 1m30.154s
• Joan Mir (Honda) - 1m30.241s
• Pecco Bagnaia (Ducati) - 1m29.492s

As the season progresses, it will be interesting to see how the riders adapt to the challenges of the track and the pressure of competition. With Marquez and Bagnaia leading the pack, the battle for the top spot is sure to be intense. The Thai Grand Prix is just the beginning of what promises to be an exciting year in MotoGP.

The long-run pace of the riders will also be crucial in determining the outcome of the race. Marc Marquez has shown impressive pace in testing, with a 23-lap long run at an average of 1m30.378s. Bagnaia, on the other hand, will need to find a way to close the gap with his teammate and improve his long-run pace to be competitive. The stage is set for a thrilling season, and fans will be eagerly watching to see how the riders perform in the upcoming races.