Before leaving on vacation, Ducati Corse boss Gigi Dall'Igna looks back on a Dutch Grand Prix in Assen which will have put his Borgo Panigale troops in the right frame of mind to tackle the final part, head held high. of the season. It will be made up of nine deadlines which offer enough mathematical opportunities to reverse a situation that Fabio Quartararo was beginning to take for granted. Because it was noticed that he too could fall...
A scenario which was enhanced by a double from the Italian brand on a ground where it had not achieved since 2008 and a certain Casey Stoner. So, of course, there is still a way to go until the reigning World Champion is still well placed for a second crown, but we must take advantage of these great opportunities to stock up on positive energy.
This is also the feeling of Gigi Dall'Igna who recognized Ducati waves that Assen 2022 was “ exactly what was needed right now! ". And he adds: “ a satisfaction all the greater as it is a victory which has been missing here since 2008: a circuit as prestigious as it is demanding, where engine and smoothness of the cycle part go hand in hand ».
So much for his Desmosedici. Gigi then talks about her pilot who needs a dedicated environment to reveal himself: “ we saw the ability, strength and experience of a superlative Pecco Bagnaia who rose to the occasion, taking the lead from the start with authority and precision. It was indeed a superb race, and above all, psychologically rewarding. Following the crashes in the last races, a lot of pressure took hold of him, but he handled it in an exemplary manner, especially in difficult weather conditions. ».
Gigi Dall’Igna: “ we are fully aware of the many races and opportunities still to come«
He doesn’t forget the rookie who followed him on the podium: “ and, the young talent of a scintillating Bezzecchi, with his determination to maintain a second place which counts as much as a victory. Jack Miller made an exciting progression with a comeback that also saw him battling for third place which would have been the 'icing on the cake' to an already very special Sunday. A clear strategy, perfectly implemented: everything went well, without a hitch ».
Dall'Igna finished : " we're soaring high now, but we should say no more, being fully aware of the many races and opportunities yet to come, in which we will be able to prove our courage. A big thank you to the whole team and our fantastic supporters! Forza Ducati! ». Pecco Bagnaia is 66 points from fabio quartararo in the championship, but, no offense to Gigi Dall'Igna, it is still another of its eight pilots in the person of Johann zarco who leads the Ducati series in the general classification of his third place, with a liability of 58 units over his compatriot at the Yamaha…
MotoGP Assen Championship: classification after Assen (11/20)
Credit classification motogp.com
