This Malaysian Grand Prix could well go down in MotoGP history. Indeed, Jorge Martin, the Pramac Ducati rider, is close to an unprecedented world title as a private rider. Thanks to his victory this Saturday in the sprint and the fall of his rival Pecco Bagnaia, the Spaniard has a comfortable lead in the championship. But can he already be crowned this Sunday at Sepang?
The 2024 MotoGP season reaches its climax with a first match point for Jorge Martinwho could become world champion as soon as this
Malaysian Grand Prix. The dynamic took a decisive turn during the last Sprint, where
Martinleader of the championship, celebrated a resounding victory, while his rival Pecco Bagnaia saw his title dreams crumble after a devastating fall.
With 465 points to his credit,
Martin managed to widen the gap with
Bagnaiawhich, after finishing the race at zero, remains stuck at 436 points. This means that
Jorge Martin now holds a lead of
29 pointsand after the Sepang main race, all that remains is 37 points to be awarded in the season. This context offers the Pramac driver a golden opportunity to secure his first world title this Sunday.
So that Martin can celebrate, he must nevertheless reap at least nine points more than Bagnaia during this Grand Prix. If Bagnaia
finishes ahead Martinthe decision will be deferred until the season finale. But if the Madrilenian gets ahead of his rival, there are several scenarios that could allow him to win the title at Sepang.
Jorge Martin could show off his status as World Champion at Aprilia
Here are the key scenarios to watch out for:
- Martín finishes 1st: If Martín wins the race and Bagnaia finishes 3rd or higher, Martín is crowned champion.
- Martín finishes 2nd: A podium for Martín, combined with a 5th or worse position for Bagnaia, will be enough for him to secure the title.
- Martin finishes 3e : If Martín gets on the podium and Bagnaia finishes 6th or higher, the title will be his.
- Martín finishes 4th: In this case, Bagnaia must finish at least 7th for Martín to be crowned champion.
- Martín finishes 5th: Martín must then ensure that Bagnaia finishes 8th or beyond.
- Martín finishes 6th: This requires Bagnaia to finish 9th or worse.
- Martín finishes 7th: This is the minimum required for Martín to win the title, provided Bagnaia finishes 10th or outside the points.
The tension is palpable as Martin is preparing to seize this historic opportunity. It all depends on his performance on the Sepang track and the ability to
Bagnaia to catch up after a difficult weekend. All eyes will be on this crucial duel. The road to the title has never been so exciting! And at
Apriliawe can prepare to decorate our 2025 RS-GP with a statutory n°1…
MotoGP, Malaysia J2: Starting grid
Sprint Result:
Championship:
