Overview
- Marc Marquez says his shoulder injury is the reason for delaying a new Ducati deal and that he avoids signing while hurt.
- He notes a small improvement in his shoulder between Sepang and Buriram and indicates a two‑year agreement would be acceptable if the trend holds.
- Ducati favors a two‑year contract to avoid uncertainty between deal cycles, according to Marquez.
- Marquez crashed twice during the Buriram test, citing a slippery painted line for the first fall and fatigue from a stomach illness for the second.
- Reporting suggests he is now closer to a 2027–28 two‑year agreement, with speculation that Pedro Acosta could partner him and Pecco Bagnaia could switch to Aprilia.