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Enea Bastianini claimed his first Sunday MotoGP podium during his best-yet KTM weekend in Catalunya.
Enea Bastianini achieved his first ‘real’ podium on the RC16 at the Catalunya Grand Prix, showcasing a remarkable turnaround for the Italian rider on KTM.
After struggling to make it to the top ten earlier in the season, Bastianini’s frontrunning potential became evident since his podium in Brno, culminating in a podium finish in Barcelona.
Despite starting ninth, Bastianini swiftly climbed to third place on lap 11, overtaking his competitors with skill and determination.
While he couldn’t match the pace of the leading Ducatis, Bastianini managed to secure a comfortable third place ahead of his teammate Pedro Acosta.
This achievement marked Bastianini’s first podium with Tech3, reflecting a significant improvement in his performance and results throughout the season.
Furthermore, the whole team, including new boss Guenther Steiner and team manager Nicolas Goyon, celebrated Bastianini’s success and recognized his potential for even greater achievements in the future.
