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10 things we learned from the 2023 MotoGP Qatar Grand Prix
The Qatar Grand Prix saw a new MotoGP winner emerge, creating a shift in the championship battle. Francesco Bagnaia had been leading with a 14-point advantage over Jorge Martin, but a victory for Martin and a fifth-place finish for Bagnaia in the sprint race narrowed the gap to seven points. However, Martin faced his own setback in the following race due to a tyre issue, dropping him to 10th place, while Bagnaia took a 21-point lead in second. Meanwhile, Fabio Di Giannantonio claimed his maiden MotoGP win, despite not having a ride for 2024. Aleix Espargaro’s on-track incident with Franco Morbidelli and the unveiling of MotoGP’s 2027 ruleset also drew attention during the weekend. Overall, the Qatar Grand Prix provided several noteworthy moments and taught us valuable lessons about the MotoGP season.
