Jorge Martin lost big in this San Marino Grand Prix where he could still win a lot by starting from fourth place on the starting grid. But he got carried away by his enthusiasm and wanted to take on championship leader Quartararo who gave him back. From there, everything happened, from the fall to two penalties before abandoning. Meanwhile, Bastianini had a festival all the way to the podium to come within 10 points of the Pramac rider for the status of best rookie of the season in MotoGP…
In this race to Misano, it is clear that bastianini made better use of his GP19 than George Martin of his GP21. While the Spaniard left his latest Desmosedici in the box, the Italian made his way with authority towards the podium with his antique GP19. On balance, and four races from the goal, Martin et bastianini are now separated by only 10 points in the championship. The label of best beginner is still far from being awarded.
A situation which could only distress a Jorge Martin who thought he had already done the essential thing with his victory and his pole positions. But in today's MotoGP, you must never let your guard down. During his race in Misano, the teammate of Johann zarco comments: " I had a good start, but some drivers overtook me », Reports the winner of Spielberg 1, who fell in the 3rd round. “ I had a bit of trouble at first, but then I was able to catch up quickly. I thought I could close the gap to the head of the race. That is why I tried to overtake Fabio. But he didn't give in and he was very aggressive. Then I lost the front wheel ».
Jorge Martin: “après la deuxième pénalité, il était inutile de continuer à rouler"
The Spaniard's Pramac-Ducati also suffered after the fall. “ Maybe I tried too hard on the corner in question. But we were strong. Then a wing of the bike broke and it then moved a lot in fast corners. It was difficult to keep the bike on the track. After the second penalty there was no point in continuing to drive. I would like to apologize to the team and I will try to do better in the next race ».
Martin also admitted: “ I still have some problems with my foot when changing gears. But things are much better now. I would have had problems at the end in this race, but I didn't get that far. At first it was okay ».
MotoGP Misano 1 J3: classification
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