We will undoubtedly have to wait for the verdict of the first Grand Prix of the year in Qatar, but we cannot deny that, already, we have the impression that there is something new at Danilo Petrucci. The facetious and modest Petrux seems to have changed his posture and his sharp physique only accentuates the impression. It must be said that, this season, he is playing for his future which must pass through official guidance. And to win it at Ducati, you will have to be particularly conquering…
Otherwise, you will have to look elsewhere. Petrucci knows it and he began his transformation this offseason. On the GP18, he was efficient and consistent, but also demanding. On his winter assessment, he comments: “ I wanted to go through the off-season without falling but I fell once in Qatar. It was, however, a freak accident. But I still fell so, if I had to give myself a grade for all three tests, I would give myself an 8 out of 10 ».
Which is already a good mark and the Italian explains why: “ I did some good race simulations during which I was always fast. We had few problems during the three tests which satisfies me because it was the opposite last year. The confidence is there. We haven't changed the bike much, which means it's intrinsically good. We were one of the few to do 22-lap race simulations. Which also gives us confidence ».
« Finally, I've been working on my fitness and I'm feeling really good. I think it will also bear fruit during the season ». Danilo Petrucci will be one to watch this year…
