The Thrilling Triumph: Zarco’s Last-Lap Victory Stuns MotoGP, Bagnaia Outshines Martin

The Thrilling Triumph: Zarco’s Last-Lap Victory Stuns MotoGP, Bagnaia Outshines Martin

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Johann Zarco snatched away victory from team-mate Jorge Martin on the very final lap of a thrilling MotoGP Australian Grand

Frenchman Johann Zarco executed a strategic race, conserving his rear tire and waiting for his opportunity to attack. Despite the challenge from Marc Marquez, who chose a softer tire, Zarco positioned himself towards the front in the final laps. Teammate Jorge Martin, also on the softer tire, initially led but faded as the race progressed, allowing Zarco to move up to second. On the last lap, Zarco overtook Martin and series leader Francesco Bagnaia to secure his first premier class victory. Bagnaia finished second, increasing his points lead. Fabio Di Gianantonio claimed third, earning his first premier class podium. Martin dropped to fifth, with Brad Binder passing him for fourth. Other notable performances include Marco Bezzecchi in sixth, Jack Miller in seventh, and Aleix Espargaro in eighth.

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Source: Motorsport Week

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