Fabio Di Giannantonio is one of the heroes of this Indonesian Grand Prix. Unfortunately for him, barring a miracle, his fourth place finish will not ensure him a place on the MotoGP grid in 2024. Everyone has talked very little about it, but he is the collateral victim of blockbuster trade which sends Marc Márquez to Gresini Racing. It's not the first to whom this has happened, and even less the last, but the emotion in the parc ferme was palpable. The race of a lifetime.
As we write these few lines, we find it difficult to hide our emotion. Fabio Di Giannantonio's post-race interview was quite poignant and gripping. Moreover, we will dedicate an episode of “Parlons MotoGP” to him this week. « I broke down with all the cameras on me." could we read on speedweek. Due to his difficult season, or at least, in the shadow of the best. “I work very hard, in all areas. The last few months have been very difficult because everyone has turned against me. Even if it's just a sport for some, for me it's my whole life. When everyone started talking about my level, I had a hard time coping with it." he admitted. Do you realize the courage it takes to confess such words?
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Her weekend in Mandalika was almost perfect. Quick on a lap, in front of the two officials during the Sprint and finally, fourth on the finish line. Nothing to complain about, except “hat”. “ Fourth place is not victory or a podium. But it's a good result which gives me satisfaction. Even in these dark times I had to stay strong." he continued.
Unsurprisingly, the recruitment of Marc Márquez makes him leave the Gresini Racing fold, with whom he had been progressing since his Moto3 years. A beautiful story that ends. « We have experienced so much, from Moto3 until Fausto's death. But at the end of the day it's a matter of business, I have to accept that. » he added. As he said on Saturday, he does not rule out continuing in MotoGP in 2024, even if the opportunities are slim, very slim. « I showed that I deserve my place here. Only when I am sure that there is no longer any hope will I look for tracks in other championships” he concluded.
Do you think he deserves a new handlebar in the premier category? Tell us in the comments!
MotoGP Indonesia Grand Prix 2023 result:
Classification credit: MotoGP.com
Cover photo: Michelin Motorsport
