Marc Marquez once again demonstrated his mastery in challenging conditions by securing his seventh pole position of the 2025 MotoGP season during a rain-soaked qualifying session at the German Grand Prix on Saturday. The dramatic session unfolded at the Sachsenring circuit, where treacherous weather and slippery track conditions caused chaos for many riders but allowed Marquez to shine.
The qualifying was held under persistent rain that drenched the circuit, reducing visibility and grip, and setting the stage for a true test of skill and composure. While several top contenders found themselves sliding across the asphalt or flying off their bikes in highside crashes, Marquez remained composed, delivering a trademark display of poise and control.
Veteran French rider Johann Zarco, representing LCR Honda, was Marquez’s closest competitor in the fight for pole. The pair emerged as the only riders able to consistently push the limits on the slick surface, leaving the rest of the field trailing. In conditions where many younger riders were tentative or unlucky, it was experience that made the difference.
Both Jack Miller and Maverick Vinales suffered high-speed crashes at turn four, a notorious corner made even more dangerous by the rain. Miller’s accident was particularly dramatic, as he was thrown violently from his bike in a classic highside. Vinales met a similar fate, also losing control in the same section. Thankfully, both riders walked away from their incidents without serious injury, though their qualifying performances were compromised.
Marquez, no stranger to wet-weather heroics, was not immune to the day’s dangers. The Spaniard had his own heart-in-mouth moment when his rear tire lost grip and his bike began to slide. However, in classic Marquez style, he managed to stay upright, regaining control in a breathtaking save that underlined why he is one of the most skilled riders on the grid.
Speaking after the session, Marquez admitted the conditions were treacherous but said he relished the challenge. “It was like dancing on ice out there,” he remarked with a grin. “You have to trust the bike and read the track. It’s not just about speed, it’s about feel. Today, it worked.”
The pole at the Sachsenring marks a significant moment in Marquez’s season, as it not only showcases his resurgence in form but also cements his reputation as one of the sport’s greatest wet-weather riders. With rain potentially forecast for race day, Marquez’s ability to perform in such conditions could prove crucial in determining the final result.
As for Zarco, his performance will be a much-needed boost in what has been an up-and-down season. Qualifying second in such tricky conditions highlights his enduring talent and tenacity.
With the grid set and nerves heightened after a chaotic qualifying, fans can expect an electrifying race at the Sachsenring. Should the rain continue, Marquez’s wet-weather advantage might just pave the way to another thrilling victory in what is shaping up to be a vintage season for the Ducati star.