Bagnaia: “One of the most difficult days since I’ve been in MotoGP”

Six Ducatis among the first seven in the Q2 standings of the San Marino GP, this has never happened in MotoGP. This domination of the reds could well do the business of one of its representatives in the person of Francesco Bagnaia, who will start from fifth place after receiving a penalty at the end of FP1.

On a series of three consecutive victories, Bagnaia is on the verge of becoming the very first Ducati rider to achieve four consecutive victories in the premier category. The numbers go in the direction of the protégé of Valentino Rossi, who has already won twice from a similar grid position, in Italy and Great Britain this year.

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We can even cite the 2020 Emilia-Romagna GP during which victory held out his arms before escaping him. Starting fifth, he took control of the race on the sixth lap before falling in the 21^e loop. “Today my goal was to be in the top three,” Bagnaia said. Starting from the third row, it starts to be a little too difficult. Still, it was one of the hardest days since I've been in MotoGP. The conditions were delicate. It started with rain, but it was already dry. However, there were still a few drops. It was complicated to know how hard to attack, but either way, I'm happy. Starting fifth is always good. »

Will Bagnaia be able to take advantage of the situation to regain points fabio quartararo in the championship? “I don’t want to think about that situation,” he replied. I just want to think about myself, stay focused on myself. The race is very long and I made a mistake twice here in the last part of the race. I want to be smart and understand the situation. I wish conditions were like now. I think Jack has better pace compared to last year. He will be difficult to beat. »

The San Marino GP could well be a turning point in the title race. Answer Sunday from 14 p.m.!