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Francesco Bagnaia pins hope on Ducati upgrades for Monday’s Jerez test: “I’ve been struggling for two years: the DNA of the GP25 and GP26, which is the same, doesn’t allow me to express myself fully.”
Francesco Bagnaia downplays expectations for major Ducati upgrades at the Spanish MotoGP this weekend, anticipating new parts for the post-race test on Monday. Bagnaia hopes the new parts will assist in addressing the team’s needs, stating: “I know my potential very well, I know exactly where I can be.” He acknowledges his struggles with the current Ducati model, GP25 and GP26, expressing difficulty in fully trusting the bike and leveraging his strengths in braking and corner entry. The rider emphasizes the need for improvements in bike design and hopes for progress in that direction by 2024. Bagnaia remains optimistic for potential changes following the test, aligning with other riders facing similar challenges.
