India, April 29 -- Marc Marquez delivered a spectacular podium return in Jerez that stoked the passion of the Spanish audience, as he and Francesco Bagnaia engaged in an intense battle. Though Bagnaia won in the end, Marquez demonstrated his relentless pursuit for his first Ducati victory. Marquez made two brave attempts to take the lead but was unable to reduce the distance on Bagnaia, who he was behind by just two seconds after passing Marco Bezzecchi.

Reflecting on his performance, Marquez revealed, "I rode even too conservatively in the first five laps. Yesterday's crash played a part and I wanted to make sure I made it to the finish line. Then I saw the chance to win and I gave it a try. Pecco defended the position strongly and it w...