Reigning world champion Pecco Bagnaia arrives in Barcelona with the firm intention of turning the tide and retaining his MotoGP world title. Despite trailing Jorge Martin by 24 points, the Italian is not giving up and is preparing to fight a fierce battle in the last race of the season.
Pecco Bagnaia arrives at
Barcelona with the determination to seize his last chances to win the MotoGP world title. Currently at 24 points of
Jorge Martinthe championship leader, the double world champion has no intention of giving up, even if the task seems more and more difficult. A familiar situation for the pilot Ducatiwho fought for the crown this time last year, but this time as a challenger, not as a leader.
The last race at Montmelò last May almost smiled on
Bagnaiawho, after a fall on the last lap of the Sprint, nevertheless triumphed in Sunday's race. A taste of revenge that he hopes to taste once again
Barcelonaa circuit that he knows well and where he will have the opportunity to redress the situation.
This weekend the adrenaline will be even stronger, since, following the terrible events linked to the storm “DANA” which devastated the Valencian Community, the last round of the season will not take place in Valencia, but in Barcelona. The incident, which caused more than 200 deaths and missing people, shook the paddock. In solidarity with the victims, the hashtag #RacingForValencia symbolizes the event, and Bagnaia expressed his support for the victims and affected communities.
« I am happy with the decision to race in Barcelona for Valencia “, declared
Bagnaia. « What happened is terrible and
we really hope to be able to contribute substantially to helping the entire affected population
thanks to the profits from this event. »
Pecco Bagnaia: « I know he will be able to benefit from the help of other riders like Espargaró, just as I will be able to get it from the riders of the Academy »
Despite the difficulty of the situation, the reigning champion remains focused on the race, determined to give everything to win the title. “Jorge can play a waiting game, a 7th place in both races will be enough for him. But we still have a chance and even though it will be difficult, we will try until the end. Whatever happens, it's an honor for me to have reached the last race of the season to compete for the world title. I can't wait to get on the right track! »
He adds to exorcise the ghosts of the past that have haunted this type of issue: « we will not do anything that could compromise the results of others. I will attack and try to win both races, then what happens will happen. Even if Jorge slowed down a bit, it's unlikely he wouldn't be able to finish on the podium. I know he will be able to benefit from the help of other riders like Espargaró, just as I will be able to get it from the riders of the Academy. We are in a similar situation but he is 24 points ahead, he can play a little more ».
Pecco Bagnaia term: « I feel freer right now because I know I have to attack with my head down and do what I do best, which is go out on the track, have fun and try to win. Two years ago I was honestly really scared and finished eighth. Last year I tried to stay calm but during the race I was more nervous. Then Jorge crashed and from there it was easier. But you never know, you can never escape the pressure and you have to live with that as best you can, Jorge can enjoy the weekend, He had a fantastic season. We'll both do our best, but this time, my best won't be enough and we'll have to see what he does« .
Bagnaia is ready to give everything, not only for the MotoGP title, but also to pay tribute to those affected by this tragedy, proving once again that sport can also be a vector of solidarity.
