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How Marc Marquez could wrap up the 2026 MotoGP title in Qatar GP

Even Marc Marquez'e entourage couldn't have imagined in May that he would be in contention for his 10th world title just five months later. Back then, after injuring his foot at Le Mans and bringing forward surgery on his troublesome right shoulder, the Spaniard was facing an uphill battle. Following the Italian GP, he sat 102 points behind then championship leader Marco Bezzecchi. Now, he heads…

How Marc Marquez could wrap up the 2026 MotoGP title in Qatar GP

There has been speculation surrounding Marc Marquez's chances of securing the 2026 MotoGP title during the Qatar Grand Prix. This is a story of an unexpected turn of events, as the Spaniard was in a precarious position at the beginning of the season. After suffering a foot injury at Le Mans and undergoing surgery on his right shoulder, Marquez was trailing championship leader Marco Bezzecchi by 102 points following the Italian GP.

However, since that point, he has had a remarkable run of form. Over the last 12 races, Marquez has won seven and completed five perfect weekends, demonstrating his undeniable dominance. With three rounds left in the season, he currently leads the championship by 44 points over Martin and 67 over Bezzecchi. The Spaniard must outscore both competitors with 399 points, while Martin needs 355 and Bezzecchi 332.

With 111 points still available, Marquez's task is not an easy one. However, if he manages to surpass Martin by a 30-point advantage in the Qatar GP, he would already have secured the title. The outcome of the race against Martin adds another layer of complexity to the championship, as Martin's injury in Australia makes his participation uncertain.

His fitness could potentially determine whether Marquez clinches his 10th world title at the Qatar Grand Prix.

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