After his race suspension in Brno, Marco Bezzecchi returns to the Assen GP with clear self-criticism and a desire for a fresh start
Following his race suspension at the Czech Grand Prix in Brno, Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi is back ahead of this coming weekend in Assen, reflecting on the past few days with a particularly self-critical eye.
The Italian speaks openly about the consequences of his behavior, the emotional strain, and his commitment to learning from the incident in the long term.
“I apologize once again”
The events in Brno have clearly taken their toll on Bezzecchi. Looking back, he speaks candidly about his behavior and takes full responsibility.
“It was a difficult weekend, but the days that followed were also extremely tough. I’d like to take this opportunity to apologize once again for my behavior in Brno. It was a very poor move on my part, and I didn’t handle the situation properly,” he explained on Thursday in Assen.
He is particularly concerned about the impact on those around him: “I felt terrible and still don’t feel good—not just for myself, but for my team, the factory, and the entire championship, which doesn’t deserve to be seen in that light. And also for the track marshal, who was affected the most. I apologize once again and am trying to look ahead and stay focused.”
The Suspension as a Turning Point and a Learning Experience
Bezzecchi accepts the racing suspension without reservation. In an interview, he explains that he understood the decision: “I fully understood the penalty. I think it was the right call, and I accepted everything. I tried to see this as an opportunity to become a better person.”
“We’re riders and we want to race, but in the end, that’s how it is. It’s an opportunity to grow and improve in all areas, including my riding,” he emphasizes.
Bezzecchi also describes his direct confrontation with the situation after the incident in particularly emotional terms. He says he deliberately took his time before apologizing: “I went to the marshal later because I didn’t want it to seem like I was just apologizing to avoid the penalty.”
He describes the personal conversation as very intense. “We both cried. It was a very difficult moment, but also one that lifted a great weight off my shoulders.”
At the same time, he remains clear-eyed about the consequences of his actions: “I immediately expected to be penalized. I just didn’t know what the penalty would be, but in the end, that’s what it was, and that was fine.”
Looking Ahead: A Fresh Start in Assen
On the racing front, the focus is now on the Grand Prix weekend in the Netherlands. For Bezzecchi, the race comes at the right time—partly because he likes the track.
“I’m glad there’s a race so close to Brno. I really like this track and am looking forward to racing there. I love the layout,” says the Aprilia rider. He’s going into it without high expectations, which is typical of his approach.
“I never have too many expectations of myself. I just want to get on the bike and try to ride fast and enjoy the ride,” says Bezzecchi.
