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Pecco Bagnaia helped injured Johann Zarco after the Turn 1 Catalunya pine-up, battled dizziness on his way to a first MotoGP podium.
Pecco Bagnaia achieved Ducati Lenovo’s first MotoGP podium of the season at Catalunya, following a day marked by race stoppages, accidents, and penalties.
After witnessing Alex Marquez’s serious accident at the start, Bagnaia was involved in a chaotic second race stoppage when Johann Zarco crashed into him and Luca Marini.
Despite the challenges, Bagnaia and Marini rushed to assist Zarco after the incident, showing sportsmanship and concern for their fellow rider.
Zarco suffered leg injuries, while Bagnaia courageously continued the race, riding with a spare bike and used tires.
Bagnaia eventually secured a third-place finish after Joan Mir was penalized, acknowledging the hard work of his team and expressing mixed feelings about the unconventional race outcome.
