The 2024 MotoGP season is off to a flying start for Pecco Bagnaia and Ducati, who, at the end of the Qatari weekend, took first place in the ranking. The two-time world champion brilliantly converted a fourth place in Saturday's sprint into a resounding victory in Sunday's main race, moving into the championship lead.
This 19th victory of Pecco Bagnaia in MotoGP places him on the same level as the legend Barry Sheene, While Ducati celebrates its 88th victory in the category, marking the tenth consecutive victory. Gigi Dall'Igna, the director general of Ducati Corsica and architect of the Desmosedici which reigns supreme in the premier category, does not hide his enthusiasm.
Gigi Dall'Igna shares his impressions: “ Pecco was outstanding from the start. He dared to take risks from the first round and knew how to handle the situation perfectly ».
Gigi Dall’Igna: “ Pecco Bagnaia is an outstanding champion, and we are delighted to continue the adventure with him »
He goes on to praise the racing strategy of bagnaia : " he ran his race to perfection, staying focused and managing tire wear masterfully. His performance was flawless, just like the work of his team ».
He concludes by emphasizing the quality of his teammate: “ Pecco is an outstanding champion, and we are delighted to continue the adventure with him. Enea Bastianini, also, had an excellent race, ranking in the top five. I am convinced that he will have some nice surprises in store for us this year, thanks to his excellent collaboration with his team ».
This start to the season therefore confirms the supremacy of Ducati and the excellence of its riders, already ready to dominate the circuits of the 2024 MotoGP championship.
MotoGP Qatar J3: ranking
Championship after Qatar (1/21):
Credit classification motogp.com
