Marc Marquez is back, it's because he feels he can fight," says Francesco Bagnaia

Marc Marquez is back at Mugello, insisting he can fight, a claim that has drawn skepticism from peers. Team-mate Francesco Bagnaia said if he's back, it's because he believes he can compete, while Bezzecchi indicated Marquez will be strongly competitive after his foot and shoulder surgery.

World championship leader Bezzecchi also expects Marquez to be fully competitive, noting that return implies real readiness. Verifying whether he can deliver in Italy remains to be seen, with Mugello serving as a test of fitness and pace and the season's title race closely watched by Ducati and rivals.