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Marc Marquez Extends With Ducati Through 2028, Will Race in 'Red' Into the New 850cc Era

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Ducati officially announced on June 23 that it had extended its contract with Marc Marquez. The deal covers the 2027 and 2028 seasons, the first two years of MotoGP's new era featuring 850cc engines and Pirelli tires. Marquez declared 'I'm red,' confirming he'll remain with the factory Lenovo Ducati team.

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Sergio Higuchi

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Speaking for myself, this is the natural flow. When diving into the uncharted territory of 850cc plus Pirelli, what a manufacturer wants most isn't 'speed,' it's a man who can give back 'readable feedback.' Marquez can put everything from corner entry to exit into words. I think it was the right call for the reds to lock him down first.