“He’s a spy” Enea Bastianini accuses Marc Márquez of involvement in Ducati’s decision to exclude Jorge Martín and Lui for 2025
In a dramatic turn of events in the MotoGP paddock, Enea Bastianini has accused Marc Marquez of being a “spy” and having played a role in Ducati’s shock decision to exclude both himself and Jorge Martin from its line-up for the 2025 season. The accusation shocked the MotoGP world, sparking intense speculation about behind-the-scenes dealings that could have affected the Italian team’s future plans.
Bastianini, who currently rides for Ducati, made the explosive claim during a post-race interview, expressing his frustration and disbelief at the decision. “It’s not just about performance, there’s something else going on. Marquez had something to do with this. He’s a spy and I think that influenced Ducati’s choice,” said Bastianini, clearly upset by the situation.
The allegation suggests that Marquez, a rival on the track but a powerful figure in the MotoGP paddock, may have influenced Ducati management with confidential or political information that led to the decision to part ways with two of its top riders. Jorge Martin, who has also achieved high-level results, is also said to have been surprised by Ducati’s decision.
Ducati has not officially commented on Bastianini’s claims, but the rumour mill is rife with speculation that there is some truth to the allegation. If Marquez really did have some involvement, it would mark a significant shift in the power dynamics within MotoGP, with a top rider influencing not only race results, but team decisions as well.
Marc Marquez, who has been no stranger to controversy throughout his career, has not responded to Bastianini’s accusations, although those close to the Spanish rider have dismissed the claims as “absurd” and a sign of Bastianini’s frustration at the unexpected news.
Fans are divided on the issue, with some supporting Bastianini and speculating that politics may be at play behind Ducati’s decision, while others believe that Ducati’s choice is based solely on performance and strategy for the future. The MotoGP community is watching closely to see if this allegation will turn into a bigger controversy as more details emerge.
As the 2025 season approaches, the fallout from Ducati’s decision and Bastianini’s explosive accusation could have far-reaching implications for the sport, including the potential for deeper rivalries and changes to the competitive landscape.
