The MotoGP grid pilots have been polled on who they think will win the World Cup this year. The answers are quite predictable, with most of them betting on the duo from the official Ducati team. Marc Márquez is the clear favorite among the pilots, with many of them believing he will be the champion at the end of the year. This would make him a nine-time world champion, matching Valentino Rossi’s record.
The first to answer the questionnaire was Pecco Bagnaia, who unsurprisingly thinks he looks like the champion for the 2025 season. He is indeed one of the strongest candidates, having won in 2022 and 2023 and coming close in 2021 and 2024. Johann Zarco, Joan Mir, and Fermín Aldeguer also share the idea that Marc will be the best at the end of the year. Álex Rins’ reasoning is simple: “It will win the one with the most titles who are active, and that is none other than Marc.”
Marc’s Voters
These pilots are not alone in their prediction. In fact, many of Márquez’s fellow competitors agree that he has what it takes to win the championship. His experience and skill on the track make him a formidable opponent, and it’s hard to bet against him. However, not everyone is convinced that Marc will take the title. Some pilots, like Fabio Quartararo, are betting on themselves to make a comeback and win the championship. Quartararo hopes to be as competitive as he was when he conquered the World Cup in 2020.
Those Who Believe in Themselves
Another pilot who leaves the script is Marco Bezzecchi, who is confident that Aprilia will surprise Ducati. Bezzecchi’s forecast is clear: “Hopefully, it is an Aprilia who takes the crown.” Franco Morbidelli also dares to dream, saying, “I hope to be the champion.” Brad Binder follows a similar path, stating, “I have to bet on me.” These pilots are optimistic about their chances and are not afraid to speak their minds.
One of the ‘Dream Team’
Then there are those who adopt a more conservative position, believing that the title will be won by one of the two red box contenders. Jack Miller, Álex Márquez, Miguel Oliveira, Somkiat Chantra, Maverick Viñales, and Raúl Fernández all share this opinion. They think that the champion will come from the “Dream Team,” and it’s hard to argue with their logic. Bezzecchi agrees, saying, “Everyone speaks, rightly, of the Dream Team.”
Of course, there is a group that is on Pecco’s side, including Luca Marini and Enea Bastianini. Bastianini knows that his ex-team is the most powerful adversary of the MotoGP grid but gives a little more credit to his compatriot. “In pre-season winter tests, what Marc did was impressive, but Bagnaia is super fast in the races,” he emphasizes. It seems that most pilots agree that either Marc or Pecco will win the championship.
Marc’s Memorable Replica
In the end, the most memorable answers arrive. Marc’s response is particularly significant, as he moves the pressure to his garage neighbor and his brother. “I have a very strong teammate (Pecco) and I also have a very strong floor partner (Álex Márquez),” he says with a laugh. Finally, Pedro Acosta is the most enigmatic, saying, “Time will answer this issue.” It seems that only time will tell who will be the champion at the end of the year.