Overview
- Circuit doctors at Mugello granted Márquez a provisional 'fit to review' to ride in the first practice session on Thursday and his final race clearance will follow an on-track evaluation.
- Márquez underwent two operations on May 10 for his right shoulder and the broken fifth metatarsal and has missed the last two rounds while following a staged recovery program.
- The rider says his aim this weekend is to test sensations and physical fitness rather than chase immediate results or declare a comeback plan.
- Ducati figures including Gigi Dall'Igna have stressed Márquez's unique abilities and called his potential return an important boost for the factory's season.
- Mugello's high speeds raise medical caution so doctors and the team are prioritizing long-term health; if cleared he would re-enter a championship where he sits ninth and faces a steep points deficit despite a mathematical path back.