Marc Marquez has revealed that he is increasingly considering retirement, estimating there is a 70% chance he will leave MotoGP when his current Ducati contract expires at the end of 2028.
Speaking ahead of the Australian Grand Prix at Phillip Island, the reigning world champion explained that his outlook has changed significantly since returning to the top of the sport after years of injury struggles.
“If I had to put a figure on it, I'd say there's a 70% chance that I'll have retired within three years,” Marquez said.
The Spaniard's comments mark a shift from his previous belief that he could continue racing indefinitely. After overcoming several difficult seasons, he now appears more comfortable with the idea of eventually stepping away from competition.
A major factor behind that change was his 2025 MotoGP world championship triumph, which came six years after his previous title in 2019. Having endured a lengthy period of injuries and uncertainty, Marquez described the achievement as a turning point that brought him a greater sense of peace.
The championship also changed how he measures success. Known for his relentless pursuit of victory, Marquez admitted that he has become more accepting of results that would once have frustrated him.
“At no point in my career had I accepted finishing sixth or seventh,” he said. “But, after winning my last world championship, I've accepted that the sun doesn't shine every day.”
That shift in mindset has allowed Marquez to look beyond the pressure of constantly adding to his title collection. Rather than feeling compelled to prove himself season after season, he wants to reach the end of his career feeling satisfied with what he has achieved.
His goal, he explained, is to retire “as a free man, at peace with myself”, regardless of whether he wins another world championship.
However, the prospect of retirement does not mean Marquez has lost his competitive drive. His latest injury setback, sustained in a crash at the Indonesian Grand Prix shortly after securing the 2025 title, has once again interrupted his campaign and raised questions about his physical condition.
Despite the challenges, the Ducati rider remains determined to return to full fitness and compete for more victories. As long as his injuries are recoverable and he believes he can continue fighting at the front, he has little reason to walk away immediately.
“As long as I have an injury I can recover from, allowing me to keep racing and try to win again, I'm not going to retire,” he said.
For now, Marquez's immediate focus remains on racing rather than planning his exit. His current Ducati deal runs through 2028, giving him several more seasons to pursue his ambitions before making a final decision.
Although retirement is becoming a more realistic possibility, the six-time premier-class champion has made it clear that he still wants to compete while his body allows him to do so. After years of setbacks and a return to the top, Marquez appears determined to enjoy the remainder of his career on his own terms.
