The performance of Pecco Bagnaia, two-time MotoGP world champion, is the subject of much debate within the motorcycle enthusiast community. The PecinoGP show recently devoted an episode to analyzing the profile of the Italian driver, raising several questions about his driving style, his personality and his ability to become a true legend.
The double MotoGP world champion, Pecco Bagnaiafinished the 2024 season as runner-up, after a fierce fight until the last lap on the Barcelona circuit. Despite his high-profile achievements, doubts remain about his status among MotoGP legends. In the PecinoGP program relayed by motosan, Manuel Pecino, Antonio López, and Venancio Luis Nieto discussed its strengths, its weaknesses, and the impact of the arrival of Marc Marquez chez
Ducati as Pecco's colleague.
The chroniclers unanimously recognize the merit of
Bagnaia : two consecutive world titles in 2022 and 2023, followed by a runner-up place in 2024. However, they call into question his charisma and his impact as a champion. “ It seems to me that something is missing. It's like bread without salt “, says Manuel Pecino. For them, although Pecco is an exceptional driver, he does not yet have the aura of great champions such as
Valentino Rossi or Marc
Marquez.
« If Pecco Bagnaia beats Marc in 2025, it will be something else »
The arrival of
Marc Marquez in the official team
Ducati in 2025 is seen as an opportunity for Bagnaia to prove his greatness. “ If he beats Marc in 2025, it will be something else », Estimates Manuel. For analysts, next season, where the two champions will compete with equivalent motorcycles (GP25), will be the real test for the Italian.
Despite its 11 wins this seasonBagnaia failed to capitalize to win the title. Experts highlight a lack of consistency and mistakes in close duels, which are often costly. “ Valentino Rossi's school taught him badly in this regard “, they say, referring to moments when Pecco should have given up position rather than risk a fall, such as during the collision with Marquez in Portugal.
With Marquez as a teammate,
Bagnaia will have to prove that he can not only be fast, but also tactically superior against a rival with an impressive track record. “ Pecco's ultimate test will take place next year », concludes Manuel Pecino. If Bagnaia manages to dominate
Marquez in 2025, he could finally rise to the rank of true MotoGP legends.
