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Alex Márquez Takes Responsibility for Lost Glove

2026-06-29 · Alex Márquez · Player Focus

Alex Márquez took responsibility for losing his glove at Assen on June 28.

He made it clear that it wasn't a technical issue but rather his own mistake.

The Spanish rider had a violent fall on Friday.

His glove came off during the incident.

Márquez explained that he hadn't tightened his glove sufficiently.

The intense heat and sweat caused it to come off.

Fortunately, the rest of his protective gear prevented more serious injuries.

Márquez has been cleared to race and return to the track.

He apologized to Alpinestars, stating that their reputation is at stake.

But he emphasized that the responsibility lies with the rider.

Márquez's collarbone and vertebra were already injured.

The fall could have made things worse.

But the protective gear did its job.

Márquez is grateful for that.

The incident occurred on June 28.

Márquez is now focused on his next race.

He will make sure to tighten his glove properly.

No more mistakes like that.

Márquez is a skilled rider.

He knows how to handle his equipment.

The fall was a setback.

But Márquez is ready to move on.

He will work hard to regain his form.

And get back to winning ways.

The MotoGP season is long.

Márquez has time to make up for lost ground.

He will take it one race at a time.

And focus on his performance.

Márquez is determined to succeed.

He will not let this incident hold him back.

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