Marc Marquez stormed to his ninth Sprint Race victory of the 2025 MotoGP season at the TT Circuit Assen on Saturday. Overcoming pole-sitter Fabio Quartararo and teammate Alex Marquez in a high-intensity 12-lap showdown.
The Gresini Ducati rider delivered a clinical performance to extend his championship lead, while Quartararo’s hopes were dashed after a dramatic crash three laps from the finish.
Quartararo on Pole, Marquez on a Mission
Saturday’s qualifying session saw Fabio Quartararo claim pole position—his first since early 2024—setting a blistering pace aboard the factory Yamaha. However, it was Marc Marquez who wasted no time asserting himself once the lights went out.
By Turn 1, the eight-time world champion was already alongside Quartararo, applying relentless pressure. Behind them, Francesco Bagnaia, Alex Marquez, and Jorge Martin completed a tightly packed front group.
Lap-by-Lap Recap: Sprint Race Action
In the opening three laps, Marquez stayed close behind Quartararo, biding his time. On Lap 4, he made his move, using Ducati’s superior acceleration out of the final chicane to snatch the lead.
Joan Mir (Repsol Honda) crashed out on Lap 5, marking another tough weekend for Honda, while Alex Marquez capitalized on a moment of hesitation from Quartararo to move into P2 by Lap 7.
Quartararo’s collision at Turn 10 while pursuing the Gresini pair on Lap 10 was the high point of the drama. The Yamaha rider lost the rear under braking and high-sided, ending his race and podium chances instantly.
From there, Marc maintained control, crossing the finish line 1.1 seconds ahead of Alex Marquez.
Sprint Race Results – Dutch GP 2025
| Position | Rider | Team | Time / Status | Points |
| 1 | Marc Marquez | Gresini Ducati | 19:42.345 | 12 |
| 2 | Alex Marquez | Gresini Ducati | +1.126s | 9 |
| 3 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo | +2.010s | 7 |
| 4 | Jorge Martin | Pramac Ducati | +2.730s | 6 |
| 5 | Pedro Acosta | GasGas Tech3 | +3.204s | 5 |
| 6 | Brad Binder | Red Bull KTM | +3.409s | 4 |
| 7 | Marco Bezzecchi | VR46 Ducati | +4.021s | 3 |
| 8 | Maverick Vinales | Aprilia Racing | +4.418s | 2 |
| 9 | Enea Bastianini | Ducati Lenovo | +5.063s | 1 |
| DNF | Fabio Quartararo | Yamaha Factory | Crash (Lap 10) | 0 |
| DNF | Joan Mir | Repsol Honda | Crash (Lap 5) | 0 |
Championship Standings Update (Top 4)
| Rank | Rider | Team | Points | Sprint Wins |
| 1 | Marc Marquez | Gresini Ducati | 162 | 9 |
| 2 | Francesco Bagnaia | Ducati Lenovo | 148 | 1 |
| 3 | Jorge Martin | Pramac Ducati | 142 | 0 |
| 4 | Alex Marquez | Gresini Ducati | 135 | 0 |
Marquez Reacts: “I Knew My Pace Was Better”
After the race, Marc Marquez credited his aggressive start and pace management:
“Fabio was quick in qualifying, but I knew I had better rhythm. I made my move early and focused on controlling the race. Another great day for the team.”
Alex Marquez added:
“Standing on the podium with Marc is always an amazing experience. The bike felt fantastic today.”
Bagnaia, who finished third, kept his eyes on the long game:
“This race was about managing risk. I’m satisfied with the result heading into the full-distance race tomorrow.”
Technical Brief: Ducati Domination and Yamaha Struggles
- Weather: Dry, 24°C ambient, 37°C track temp
- Tyres: Most riders opted for Medium-Front and Medium-Rear
- Ducati’s Edge: At Assen, corner exit grip and acceleration were essential.
- Yamaha Issues: Quartararo’s bike suffered rear-end instability under heavy braking
Race Stats – Quick Highlights
- Top Speed: Jorge Martin (342.5 km/h)
- Fastest Lap: Marc Marquez – 1:33.601
- Most Overtakes: Pedro Acosta (5 total)
- Today’s winning team is Gresini Ducati (P1 & P2).
What’s Next: Dutch GP Main Race
The full-distance race will be held on Sunday, June 29 at 8:00 PM local time, where Bagnaia, Martin, and Quartararo will seek redemption.
FAQs: Dutch GP 2025 Sprint Race
Q: Does the Sprint result affect Sunday’s starting grid?
No. The grid is set from Saturday’s qualifying.
Q: Who leads the Sprint standings this season?
Marc Marquez, who has won nine of ten games.
Q: What happened to Quartararo?
He crashed out on Lap 10 after losing grip in Turn 10.