Key takeaways from Thursday as MotoGP touches down at one of the sport’s iconic circuits for Round 7
Thursday, 22 May 2025
The MotoGP paddock has rolled into Silverstone for Round 7 of the 2025 World Championship, setting the stage at one of the most legendary tracks on the calendar—the fast, flowing British Grand Prix layout. After a dramatic weekend in France that saw Johann Zarco (CASTROL Honda LCR) make history with a long-awaited home win, it’s Championship leader Marc Marquez (Ducati Lenovo Team) who arrives under the spotlight.
Both Zarco and Marquez joined rising star Pedro Acosta (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) in Thursday’s pre-event Press Conference, offering early insights into what could be another unpredictable weekend. Marquez, looking to maintain his lead in the title chase, acknowledged that Alex Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia—”Pecco” to most—are likely to be major threats this weekend.
While you’re here, be sure to check out the latest episode of Gear Up, where LCR Honda Castrol Team Manager Lucio Cecchinello shares his thoughts heading into Silverstone. And below, we’ve rounded up the key storylines and standout quotes from Thursday’s action to get you ready for lights out.
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