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Francesco Bagnaia reflects on a ‘tough’ 2025 MotoGP season, what will make him happy in 2026 and insists he’s “quite calm” over a 2027 contract.
Francesco Bagnaia reflected on a tough 2025 MotoGP season during the winter break, where he struggled with handling issues on his Ducati GP25.
Despite achieving four race wins, Bagnaia faced challenges and misfortune, leading to a fifth-place finish in the world championship.
Bagnaia acknowledged the importance of learning from difficult moments and expressed readiness to adapt and improve for the upcoming season.
He highlighted the value of having reigning champion Marc Marquez as a reference and intends to focus on enjoying moments rather than dwelling on negative aspects.
Bagnaia emphasized the significance of being competitive from the start of the 2026 season and aims to regain lost ground with a strong performance throughout the year.
The upcoming season will be crucial for Bagnaia to build on the progress made during winter preparations and establish a solid foundation for success.
