P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Francesco Bagnaia said “riders were overtaking me like I wasn’t there” in the closing laps of Saturday’s British MotoGP Sprint.
Double MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia faced handling issues with the Ducati GP25 at Silverstone, slipping from third to sixth in the Sprint race. Bagnaia highlighted that the fast circuit exacerbated the problem, impacting not only him but also title-leading teammate Marc Marquez for the first time. The lack of front performance led Bagnaia to overwork the rear, causing a dramatic decline in rear grip and subsequent position losses to other riders. Bagnaia expressed frustration at the bike’s inability to turn correctly, leading to excessive force on the rear tire during corners. Despite the challenging conditions, he emphasized the need to address the handling problems to avoid difficulties with tire consumption in the upcoming Grand Prix. Bagnaia’s experience contrasted with Alex Marquez’s strong performance, as he noted a significant difference in feeling between the GP25 and its predecessor, despite Marc Marquez’s assertion that the bikes are similar.
