A shock Sepang victory aside, Enea Bastianini didn’t finish a GP higher than eighth place during his debut season at the factory Ducati team.
Injuries affected my performance last season, causing me to miss nine races. Even when I was healthy, I struggled to feel comfortable on the GP23, as it required a different corner-entry technique. However, when I tested the early version of the GP24 at Valencia, I felt closer to the old feeling during braking and entry, which is encouraging. The upcoming six days of pre-season testing in Sepang and Qatar will be crucial for maximizing my performance. I am determined to redeem myself in the 2024 season and am excited for what lies ahead.