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Cristian Gabarrini explains why Pecco Bagnaia is “opposite” to Casey Stoner
“The two riders who won MotoGP titles with Ducati, Casey Stoner and Pecco Bagnaia, had different approaches but shared Cristian Gabarrini as their crew chief. Stoner won in 2007, ending a 15-year drought until Bagnaia claimed consecutive titles in 2022 and 2023. Gabarrini later moved to Honda with Stoner before returning to Ducati to assist Jorge Lorenzo. Gabarrini noted that Bagnaia’s riding style is similar to Lorenzo’s—both smooth and composed, in contrast to Stoner’s more instinctive approach. Stoner’s 2007 victory on a Ducati showcased his talent despite the bike’s limitations, paving the way for Ducati’s evolution under Gigi Dall’Igna. Bagnaia then brought high corner speed to Ducati, eventually becoming the first Italian MotoGP champion since Rossi in 2022. Gabarrini, known for his transparency and honesty as a crew chief, highlighted the importance of trust and consistency in working with riders like Bagnaia.”
