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Pramac’s Morbidelli still “missing freedom” on Ducati MotoGP bike
Despite facing challenges during the Portuguese Grand Prix weekend, three-time MotoGP race winner Franco Morbidelli showed improvement in his understanding of the GP24. Qualifying in 17th place, he finished 18th in the race after a first-lap crash that displeased Joan Mir. Morbidelli’s transition from Yamaha to Ducati for 2024 was hindered by a concussion from a training incident, leading him to overthink his riding on the GP24. He acknowledged the need to build instinct and familiarity with the new bike, but was encouraged by his competitive pace in Portugal despite the circumstances. Morbidelli refrained from comparing the Yamaha and Ducati bikes, emphasizing his satisfaction with the Ducati and expressing optimism about maximizing its potential with more time on track.
