Maximo Quiles, the rising force in Moto3, has revealed that even as he dominates the he continues to receive stern guidance from none other than Marc Marquez.
The eight-time world champion, who now manages Quiles alongside his brother Alex, remains a hands-on mentor, ensuring the young Spaniard’s focus and discipline as he prepares for greater heights in .
At just 18 years old, Quiles has emerged as the sensation of the 2026 Moto3 season, having already secured six race victories and missing the podium only once. His relentless form has propelled him to a commanding 104-point lead over Brian Uriarte at the midway point of the Quiles’ meteoric rise began after joining the Marquez brothers’ management stable in early 2024, and his trajectory has only accelerated since his Moto3 debut in 2025, where he finished third overall.
Looking ahead, Quiles is set for a highly anticipated move to in 2027. The path to is clearly being paved, with Marquez himself promising to “wait” for his protégé to reach the premier class. With Marquez having secured his own contract with Ducati until 2028, the stage could be set for a remarkable future showdown or partnership at the very top.
Despite his rapid ascent and growing maturity, Quiles admits that Marquez still holds him to account during training sessions. Speaking on the PecinoGP YouTube channel, Quiles was candid about the tough love he continues to receive: “It really is an honour to be with Marc and Alex; they’ve got loads of experience and have helped me out a lot,” Quiles said, acknowledging the invaluable technical, financial, and personal support from the Marquez camp. “So, what I value most is what you learn and the experience they have.”
When questioned about Marquez’s demanding mentorship style, Quiles explained, “No. At the start, yes, when I was little, well, they’d tell me off and keep me in line a bit so I wouldn’t lose focus, but now they know I’m more grown-up. Even so, they still give me a telling-off now and then, but, well, they’ve more or less got me under control now.”
With the Moto3 title seemingly within his grasp and a move to Moto2 already confirmed for next season, all eyes are on Quiles as he continues to deliver on track, backed by one of the greatest riders in history. The partnership between Marquez and Quiles is proving to be a formidable force, setting the stage for the next Spanish superstar to emerge in world motorcycle racing.