Pecco Bagnaia Reflects on Recent Comments to Ducati Team
Two-time MotoGP champion Pecco Bagnaia has expressed regret over his recent calls for clarity from his Ducati team. Following the disappointing performance at the Austrian Grand Prix, where he struggled significantly, Bagnaia highlighted his frustrations, particularly noting that his teammate, Marc Marquez, outperformed him in every race they both completed.
Ducati’s Design Challenges
Bagnaia has acknowledged Marquez’s prowess but feels that Ducati made a misstep with the design of the 2025 Desmosedici. His discomfort with the bike has hindered his performance, diminishing his once strong overtaking and defensive skills during races.
Demand for Accountability
In an interview with Spanish broadcaster DAZN, Bagnaia admitted to feeling a loss of patience and requested explanations from Ducati. After reflecting on his performance during the race, he lamented being significantly slower compared to his competitors on a track where he typically excels.
Ducati’s Response to Discontent
Ducati has publicly acknowledged Bagnaia’s dissatisfaction, though there was some pushback from their technical chief, Gigi Dall’Igna. He remarked that there is a psychological aspect to Bagnaia’s struggles and expressed contentment with their ongoing support for him through this tough period.
Bagnaia’s Change of Heart
Comparing Performance
Bagnaia explained he’s been comparing his current situation to past successful races, trying to understand the speed discrepancies. He admitted the process is challenging but understands the team is putting in considerable effort to assist him.
Future Plans and Team Dynamics
When asked about trying the GP24 in future tests, Bagnaia dismissed the idea, emphasizing that the homologation rules would prevent him from switching back to previous models. He expressed his desire to remain with Ducati, stating his primary goal is to win again with his current team.
