MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez has openly admitted for the first time that he is more than likely to step away from professional motorcycle racing after his current factory Ducati contract comes to an end. The 33-year-old signed a two-year extension earlier this year to remain with the premier class powerhouse, securing his immediate future amidst high competitive stakes.
This crucial deal was finalized despite ongoing scrutiny surrounding his physical condition, as the Catalan rider continuously battled the lingering aftereffects of a shoulder injury sustained last October. Set to turn 35 by the time this latest agreement expires, the toll of past physical setbacks heavily influences his long-term career trajectory.
Unlike Valentino Rossi who famously raced well into his forties, Marquez has endured numerous major physical hurdles throughout his illustrious career that will realistically prevent him from reaching such longevity milestones. Reflecting on his future during an interview with Autosport, the multi-time champion quantified his retirement odds.
"This time, it's a little more complicated to answer the question. I don't know exactly, but if I had to put a figure on it, I'd say there's a 70% chance that I'll have retired within three years, and a 30% chance that I'll still be racing," Marquez stated, offering a rare transparent glimpse into his mindset.
Having successfully mounted a miraculous comeback from a devastating arm injury in 2020 to claim his seventh world crown last season—his first aboard Italian machinery—Marquez finds himself at peace with his legacy. Holding a 10-point championship advantage over Jorge Martin following the Australian Grand Prix, his prospects of securing an eighth title remain strong with four rounds remaining.
"That title changed the way I'll retire when the time comes. From now on, whether I win one more or one less, [it] won't make any difference. When I retire, I'll do so as a free man, at peace with myself," he concluded, cementing his status as a rider who races purely for fulfillment rather than numbers.
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