Marc Marquez wins German GP but brother's crash mars celebration

Marc Marquez secured a dominant victory at the German Grand Prix, but the triumph was bittersweet as his brother Alex Marquez crashed during the race. The eight-time world champion achieved a historic milestone, matching the legendary Giacomo Agostini's record of 10 premier-class wins at the Sachsenring circuit.

“

I am not entirely happy because I also wanted to see Alex here on the podium.

Despite the significant achievement, Marquez admitted his joy was tempered by his brother's misfortune. "I am not entirely happy because I also wanted to see Alex here on the podium," he stated. He acknowledged Alex's hard work and strong performance, noting, "I saw firsthand how hard he worked after the race in Montmelo, and it was truly extraordinary. I knew he was a hard worker, but the effort he showed exceeded my expectations, and he was riding very well."

“

I saw firsthand how hard he worked after the race in Montmelo, and it was truly extraordinary. I knew he was a hard worker, but the effort he showed exceeded my expectations, and he was riding very well.

Marquez lauded his team for their efforts in preparing a top-tier machine that allowed him to master the race at his favored track. "We worked very well in the garage and managed to find the best way to get maximum performance throughout the weekend," he said. He recounted facing challenges early in the race with his front tire, which initially caused him to ease his pace. However, he adapted his riding style, regained momentum, and built a substantial lead.

“

We worked very well in the garage and managed to find the best way to get maximum performance throughout the weekend.

"In the beginning of the race, I was pushing, but then I felt the front tire was on the limit. I slowed down a bit until I understood the tire condition before attacking again," Marquez explained. "That second attack is what opened the gap, and I knew that once you have a one-and-a-half to two-second advantage on this track, it is very difficult to be caught."

“

In the beginning of the race, I was pushing, but then I felt the front tire was on the limit. I slowed down a bit until I understood the tire condition before attacking again. That second attack is what opened the gap, and I knew that once you have a one-and-a-half to two-second advantage on this track, it is very difficult to be caught.