MotoGP Silverstone J3, Fabio Di Giannantonio (Ducati/5): “I tried to pay tribute to Valentino Rossi”

Another successful race from Fabio Di Giannantonio at Silverstone. We felt he was fast yesterday, only held back by a long lapse for crossing track limits. Today, nothing went against him, which allowed him to secure a magnificent top 5. Alex Marquez and he delighted us during their battle, even if that is perhaps what made them waste a lot of time on the leaders. With a decoration worthy of Valentino Rossi, “Diggia” couldn’t have dreamed of better.

Fabio Di Giannantonio, very humble and passionate, was not ridiculous with the decoration of the one who is, without doubt, the greatest driver of all time. « It was so special to ride in the colors of Valentino Rossi. The whole thing was magnificent. They gave me a great opportunity this year, so it was a double honor to wear these colors; I too tried to pay tribute to Rossi and his teams” he said to our microphone at the end of this race.

 

 

He and Alex Marquez, both equipped with the Ducati Desmosedici GP23, engaged in a high-flying contest, and did not hesitate to exchange paint on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the MotoGP championship. A great moment, but a little unfortunate for “Diggia”, who lost his chance to fight for the top 4. « With Alex, we were going very slowly while I wanted to catch up with the faster ones. We lost at least two seconds in this battle. That's why I signaled him to follow me so that we could work together, and it's a shame because without this battle, I think I could hang Marc Marquez and Aleix Espargaro." continued the Italian.

 

 

While he was announced on a Ducati GP25 for 2025, still at VR46, he spoke about the differences between his GP23 and the GP24, apparently increased with the appearance of new rear tires by Michelin. « Marc was right that the new rear Michelin tire was a better match for the GP24 than the GP23. Already, there are natural differences with the GP24, but this rubber only increases the gap between the two machines” he concluded.

Do you think he is capable of getting closer to Marc Marquez in the general, on equal bikes? Tell us in the comments!

2024 MotoGP British Grand Prix result:

 

 

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Cover photo: Michelin Motorsport