āThe first time, it was like one of those romantic loves, like when itās the first time you see someone. It was in 2021 in AragĆ³n. I had won the Red Bull Rookies Cup. So Iām walking with the trophy, and my mechanic is heading to the Red Bull tent, when a Honda car with tinted windows pulls up right in front of us. The window rolls down, and it was Marc MĆ”rquez and Ćlex MĆ”rquez. I couldnāt believe they stopped right in front of me. I said āhello,ā and they congratulated me, saying, āKeep working, you're doing great.ā I remember I didnāt even know what to say, I was so stunned. Honestly, that made me happier than winning the championship. It was the first time he spoke to me, and I remember it so well.ā
oh davidā¦.david baby please!!! that fat baby crush he has on marc. better than winning the championship?? like romantic love???
He actually signed this the day before at Red Bullās signing session. But I didnāt take the new one with me at that time. So I gave it to him on the sprint day.
Some highlights from Marc's "Question of the Week" segment on his blog (2015-2016)
How did you get the scar on your eyebrow? Was it from riding motorcycles, or was it long before that? Well, I've had this scar since I was 8 years old. But it wasn't from a motorcycle accident, I got it riding a mountain bike!
Which athlete do you admire most and why? The athlete I admire most is Rafa Nadal, for his physical and mental strength, as well as being an example for everyone.
Aside from the underwear thing, do you have any other superstitions? Apart from what you mentioned about underwear, the truth is, no. I couldn't tell you anything else. I do have a habit, which is to always get on the motorcycle from the left. But that's it, a habit; I don't do it out of superstition.
Do you like to cook? If so, what's your signature dish? I'm not a huge fan, probably because I don't practice enough and I've always had my mother at home. She's a great cook and my favorite dish has always been arrĆ²s caldĆ³s (a type of rice stew). If I tried to make it myself, I don't think it would turn out the same, hahaha.
When did you finally add the ant to your helmet to make it your symbol? In which race? In 2012. It was at the Moto2 Catalan GP. Afterwards, I decided that could be the helmet for MotoGP.
How old were you when you started studying English? That's an interesting questionā¦ I have to remember. I think it was when I started primary school, around age 5. The truth is, when the World Championship came around, at 14, I really had to get serious about my English.
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Do you like to read? Do you have a favorite book that has made a lasting impression on you? I like books about athletes because they often convey examples of personal achievement that are very motivating and inspiring. Of the last ones I read, I really enjoyed Kilian Jornet's book.
Is there ever a time when motorcycles aren't on your mind? Like everyone else, I sometimes like to disconnect, be with my friends, and talk about other things. Like anyone my age. But it's also true that my "job" demands many hours of my time, and naturally, I'm focused on it for a large part of the year. But the truth is, I consider myself very lucky, since I dedicate myself to what I love most, to what is my great passion, so for me it's a privilege to be able to spend so many hours a year thinking about motorcycles, as you say.
Where do you see yourself in ten years time [from June 2016]? Will you still be in MotoGP, or do you think youāll eventually tire of it? Hmmā¦ Well ten years is a long time to think ahead, but I hope to still be working with the same enthusiasm that Iāve always had. If my team and I are still together and still have the drive to keep going, that would be a good sign.
If you didnāt have #93, what other number would you wear and why? I couldnāt race with any number other than #93. Itās the year I was born and Iāve worn it since my very first races. If I didnāt change even when I was World Championā¦I wouldnāt change it ever.
Would you like to try out an extreme sport like skydiving or paragliding, or do you prefer to keep your feet firmly on the ground? I've thought about it many times but I've never ātaken the leapā ha ha ha. To be honest, I don't dareā¦the track is exciting enough for me! But you never know, I never rule anything out!
If you could choose any MotoGP pilot on Playstation, who would you choose and why? What circuits would you ride with him? Thatās a good question, ha, ha, ha. For the circuit, I would choose Circuit of the Americas (Austin, USA) and for the pilot, I would be myself. Because I am very good at it.
What do you think youāve improved on this year [2016] in MotoGP? I think that what Iāve improved on the most this year has been managing the championship better. Iāve been less impulsive and more meticulous in some Grand Prix.
Which do you like bestā¦sweets or chocolate? Hahaā¦these questions just get better and better! Well, my favourite isā¦sweets! Iāll also let you in on a secret, I often eat a few during GP weekends.
Maximo said that in Mugello 2022, after he crashed in race 2 of the RBRC, he was crying and Marc came to him and told him "don't worry, you learn more when you crash than when you win, this is something normal".
And when asked about whether or not it's a goal of his to be able to ride in MotoGP with Marc (and Alex), he said that Marc once told him, joking : "I'm gonna wait [for] you, you have to go fast but I'm gonna wait [for] you".
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