Buriram, Thailand, March 1, 2026 (AFP) - Marquez says 'unlucky' to retire from MotoGP season opener

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2026-03-01

MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez said he was "unlucky" after a damaged wheel forced him out of the season-opening Thailand grand prix late in the race on Sunday. The Spanish Ducati rider is launching his bid for a record-equalling eighth world title, but he exited the race in Buriram in dramatic fashion while in fourth place with five laps remaining. Marquez had his sights on catching Pedro Acosta and Raul Fernandez, but he took a corner wide a......

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