Marc Marquez has dismissed the idea of following Valentino Rossi into a four-wheel racing career after MotoGP, despite speculation that his time on the grid is winding down.
The 32-year-old has already said he doesn’t want to race in another series after his MotoGP career ends. In contrast to riders like Rossi and Jorge Lorenzo, who stayed active in motorsport, Marquez is keen on taking a break from competitive racing altogether.
And with Luca Marini rumoured to be returning to Honda after this year’s calendar concludes, Barros thinks the 37-year-old might see this as an ideal opportunity to wrap up his career.
“It’s not something I’m thinking about because right now I’m happy,” he said. “I don’t feel that it is a sacrifice or anything like that.”
Marc Marquez not interested in following Valentino Rossi into GT Racing after MotoGP
Speaking on the Pelas Pistas podcast before MotoGP’s return to Brazil this weekend, Marquez was asked whether he might follow Rossi’s path into GT racing if he decides to retire at the end of the season.
Rossi, who had already dabbled in Formula 1 during his riding career, fully embraced car racing after stepping away from MotoGP.
The seven-time world champion has gone on to race in some of the sport’s most famous events, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans and Bathurst 12 Hour.
Asked about a similar switch, Marquez replied: “That’s an interesting question because I know I’ll be ending my sporting career on two wheels. I’m limited more by my body than by my mind.
“So perhaps when it’s over, I’ll want to keep feeling the adrenaline. Adrenaline is competition. It’s created through training; it’s created through competition. But I don’t know.”
“Right now though, I’m only thinking about two wheels. It’s true that I’ve had a lot of injuries in the latter part of my sporting career but I’m still performing well.
Bagnaia sees a familiar trait in both Marquez and Rossi
In a recent interview, Francesco Bagnaia drew parallels between Marc Marquez and Valentino Rossi, pointing out a specific quality they both possess.
Speaking from experience within the VR46 Riders’ Academy, Bagnaia has long benefited from Rossi’s mentorship. More recently, he’s also found support from Marquez, who has been helping him adapt to life at Ducati.
Despite their well-known rivalry on track, Bagnaia sees the same relentless drive in both riders—something that goes beyond just talent and speaks to their mindset.
Since Rossi stepped away from racing in 2022, Marquez has been closing in on several of his records. This year, he looks poised to challenge The Doctor’s all-time Grand Prix wins tally.
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