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Johann Zarco says he felt a huge sense of relief after winning his first-ever MotoGP race at Phillip Island.
The Pramac Ducati rider had a fierce battle for a podium finish with Francesco Bagnaia, Fabio Di Giannantonio, and Brad Binder throughout the race. With three laps to go, victory seemed possible as Zarco closed in on the leader. He made a crucial pass on the final lap to secure the win. Zarco expressed his happiness and surprise at winning, given the strong performance of Jorge Martin. He acknowledged the struggle he faced in the race but was thrilled to have the chance to fight for the victory. Winning has lifted the pressure off Zarco, and he hopes to carry his momentum into the upcoming ThaiGP.
Source: Crash
