Winners and Losers from the MotoGP Argentina GP: A Ride Through Drama and Triumph

MotoGP fans, grab your coffees and buckle up! The 2025 Argentina GP was a rollercoaster ride that saw the titans clash, triumphs celebrated, and a few tears shed. Here’s the rundown of who's riding high and who’s still stuck in the gravel.

🏆 Winner: Marc Marquez

When it comes to leaving a mark, Marc Marquez just penned another masterpiece. The Ducati rider clinched victory in both the sprint race and the grand prix, proving once again that he’s a force to be reckoned with. After initially losing the lead, he miraculously adapted his riding to conserve tyre life. The result? A sweet 90th career win that puts him on par with Spanish legend Angel Nieto. Should Marquez win just one more race, he’ll officially claim the title of Most Successful Spanish Rider Ever. No pressure, right?

💔 Loser: Francesco Bagnaia

On the flip side, Francesco "Pecco" Bagnaia found himself in a bit of a vortex. After a promising start to the season, the Ducati star couldn’t even manage a podium finish in Argentina. Instead, he found himself trailing behind Franco Morbidelli, who, by the way, was riding an older bike! Bagnaia admitted to struggling with the “feeling” on his bike, leaving fans to wonder if he has a ghost in his machinery.

🏆 Winner: Franco Morbidelli

From feast to famine and back again, Morbidelli’s podium finish was a sweet comeback story. After his knee struggles and a slump down the rankings, taking third in Argentina feels like rolling in rainbows. Switching teams might’ve been the best call of his career! Riding through illness, he took a gamble with a soft rear tyre, and it paid off big time, catapulting him from mediocre to marvellous!

💔 Loser: Pedro Acosta

Acosta entered the race with a stellar rookie reputation but exited feeling a little heavy. His transition to the factory KTM team hasn’t been smooth sailing. Finishing 9th and 8th in the sprint and main race respectively, he’s starting to feel the pressure. Combine that with a vague arm issue and you've got a recipe for disastrous weekend! Fingers crossed he turns it around before everyone starts asking about contract negotiations!

🏆 Winner: Johann Zarco

At 33, Johann Zarco is no longer an underdog; he’s leading the charge for Honda’s revival! A fourth-place finish in the sprint and sixth in the grand prix was a brilliant showing for the satellite rider. If you buy a ticket to watch Zarco, you might just witness the start of Honda’s comeback tour!

💔 Loser: Yamaha

While one Japanese titan rises, the other stumbles. Yamaha had a dismal showing, with Fabio Quartararo saying there was “nothing positive” to cling onto after the weekend. Not even an entertaining crash! Can they find their footing, or will Francesco Bagnaia get the last laugh by looking down from the podium while Quartararo struggles to make ends meet?

🏆 Winner: Alex Marquez

Alex Marquez, flying high on his year-old Ducati, continues to impress. Finishing as the runner-up in both races, he’s clearly not just living in Marc’s shadow anymore—he's challenging him! “Main opponent” for Marc’s title? With recent performances, that title may just suit him.

💔 Loser: Aprilia

And then there was Aprilia, having a day they’d probably like to forget. Marco Bezzecchi crashed out early, and while Ai Ogura might’ve shown promise, his race wasn’t without challenges either! Between injuries and missed opportunities, it’s a tough season ahead unless they can turn their ship around.

In a nutshell, the Argentina GP delivered drama, excitement, and ripe narratives just waiting to bloom in the upcoming rounds. With Marc Marquez already making waves, this season is shaping up to be anything but dull. Stay tuned for more two-wheeled drama!