Since Andrea Dovizioso signaled that he would give up the handlebars at the end of this year, a second red motorcycle is available from Ducati for 2021. The other is already promised to Jack Miller. Two suitors are identified for the Italian's succession. They are Johann Zarco and Pecco Bagnaia. And guess who gets the most votes...
A Misano, during the San Marino Grand Prix, we learned that the Avintia team would no longer be included in its ranks Johann zarco. As the Frenchman's next destination will not leave orbit Ducati, we recognize two points of contact: the factory team, or the Pramac satellite structure.
Then there was the race, during which, Pecco Bagnaia shone. A strong signal which loosened the tongues of decision-makers who only seemed to be waiting for this performance synonymous with second place to validate this candidacy. Davide Tardozzi commented: “ Bagnaia did something very important. After such a serious accident, to come back and do what he did shows that in addition to talent he has the head and the desire. The way he took the curves reminded me of Lorenzo ».
A fine praise which is echoed by a solid evaluation of Paolo ciabatti : " Bagnaia took a step in the right direction. We were waiting for “Pecco” when he returned, because he showed in the second race in Jerez that he was able to ride the Ducati really efficiently. Unfortunately, there he had an engine problem, while here he recovered what he had not been able to achieve in Spain. He had a fantastic run although he still walks with a crutch. Exceptional race, a step in the right direction ».
“We would like to wait two more races before deciding”
The two lieutenants having spoken, all that remained was for the captain to complete the work: “ I'm happy with Pecco's race. He had an extraordinary run, also and especially considering the fact that he was back from a month's break due to a serious knee injury Says Gigi Dall'Igna.
« In my opinion he made almost a masterpiece. He started calmly on Friday, progressed on Saturday and on Sunday he managed to do the race he did. I congratulate him, I didn't expect him to succeed. It's certain that he had an important race and that goes in his direction ».
However… " We would like to wait two more races before deciding because it looks good for both drivers. We thought it was right to wait for Pecco after the magnificent race in Jerez 2, frustrated by one of our problems, to evaluate him in the best way possible and we want to continue to do so. He certainly took a step in the right direction, but we will wait until after the Barcelona GP to decide ». Johann zarco can still cling to a tiny hope...
