Ducati had a difficult start to the 2026 MotoGP season, with star rider Marc Marquez struggling with injuries while his teammates struggled to get to grips with the bike.
Aprilia has dominated the championship so far, with Marco Bezecci winning all three races in 2026. Ducati The top rider is Fabio Di Giannantonio, with the defending champion. Marquez He still has problems with his physical condition.
Marquez admits that he is struggling After the United States GP. He crashed in practice before clearing Diggia in the sprint and coming home P5 on Sunday after serving a long lap penalty.
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His right shoulder has been giving him trouble since last year’s accident in Indonesia. But this is what he fears. Marquez’s right arm injury is more serious.Still not 100% with the Spanish.
There’s also the issue of the bike, with Ducati riders struggling to understand and get a feel for the new machine. The Borgo Pangale outfit have not had a rider on the podium in two of the three Grands Prix so far.
Ramon Forcada has warned that Ducati have lost their direction in the fight against injuries to Marc Marquez
Speaking through DuralvitaRamon Forcada fears Ducati have lost their direction in 2026. Struggling with Márquez, all riders no longer have a ‘clear view’ as they have problems with the bike.
“The problem with all Ducati bikes is the lack of a clear vision. Two are the same and others are different. There is no real point of reference,” he said.
“Everything has changed because everything is so balanced. Those who were comfortable before are no longer there. Alex is not finding his rhythm, Fermin Aldera is still an enigma, Frankie is far away, Marc and Peco as well, and only Di Gianntonio seems to be.
“I don’t know how good the bike is, but Marc has a lot of work ahead of him. We haven’t seen him calm or confident this year. For me, it’s an injury-related problem and you can tell from his body language. If the team leader is not 100%, the team loses direction.”
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Will Marc Marquez return to form in 2026?
Of course, Ducati and Marquez have plenty of time to recover. In the year With only three races in 2026 and a month off between the next race in Jerez, he has the chance to reach 100% fitness.
However, after his recent knock in Austin, there are some concerns whether he can perform well again.
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Andrea Dovizioso says Marquez’s shoulder injury is more serious. than previously feared. This season is yet to come to an end on Sunday.
In the year Aprilia dominates in 2026, and unless Marquez and Ducati find a solution to their problems, the Noel outfit’s championship could be lost.
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