MotoGP, Misano 2 J3, Jorge Martin (Ducati/2): "I'm not happy with Enea Bastianini's overtaking, but I didn't like the way I reacted with that gesture"

Jorge Martin endured a frustrating race at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix at Misano. After leading for most of the race, the Spaniard was forced to cede victory to Enea Bastianini following an aggressive overtake on the final lap. A tense moment that led Martin to react impulsively in the moment, before pulling himself together and accepting the result.

George Martin got off to a great start, taking the lead from the first few turns. Pecco Bagnaia, his main rival for the championship, tried to resist but ended up falling a few laps later, leaving Martin in the lead with bastianini on his heels. The Pramac rider then set a steady pace, hoping to distance the Italian, but the latter was able to stay in his wheel, waiting for the right moment to attack.

In the final moments of the race, bastianini took advantage of a weakness in Martin to attempt a daring maneuver at turn 4. It was a bit on the edge, but I managed to hold the line. ", said bastianini after the race. This attack forced Martin to move away, pushing him off the ideal trajectory. Angry, the Spaniard expressed his frustration by giving a hot middle finger, a sign of his displeasure.

« I think the maneuver was a little too hard because it pushed me off the track and I couldn't defend myself. After that I made some gestures because I was angry.. maybe I made some gestures because it was hot, but I think he was the strongest and he deserved the victory., and I will try again next time ", commented Jorge Martin after the race. He acknowledged that bastianini had been very strong, even though he felt he had the potential to win.

Jorge Martin: “ I apologize for my gesture »

After the excitement of the race, Martin wanted to apologize for his gesture, regretting his immediate reaction: "I am not happy about Enea's overtaking, but I did not like the way I reacted with that gesture, which was not appropriate. I apologize for my gesture. » The Spaniard admitted that, although frustrated by the aggressive overtaking of bastianini, he should have kept calm and focused on consolidating his championship lead.

Despite the disappointment of not winning the race, George Martin leaves Misano with an increased lead over Pecco Bagnaia, who fell and did not score any points. "Finally, I must be objective, have a calm mind and see that I went from a seven point lead to 24 " he stressed, preferring to focus on the positive. Martin has now 341 points in the general classification, against 317 bagnaiaThe fight for the title remains open, but the Spaniard approaches the next stage with confidence.

George Martin is now focused on the upcoming races on the Asian Tour, a set of circuits where he feels comfortable and where he hopes to continue his momentum. I'm looking forward to the Asian tour because these are tracks I like. ", he said. His goal is clear: to maintain his lead over bagnaia and aim for victory in every race.

The victory of bastianini in Misano allows him to pass in front Marc Marquez in the general classification. The Italian now has 59 points behind on George Martin, taking third place in the championship. Marquez, meanwhile, finds himself in fourth position, a slight disappointment after showing good performances in recent races.

The 2024 MotoGP season continues to surprise with twists and turns at every race. George Martin retains the lead in the championship, but the fight with bagnaia remains relentless. bastianini, with this victory, confirms his status as a serious contender. The next races in Asia will be crucial to determine who of Martin or bagnaia will take the lead in this thrilling title race.

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