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“I just worked badly”: Pecco Bagnaia’s disaster start to MotoGP 2026
Ducati rider Pecco Bagnaia took responsibility for missing out on Q2 during the MotoGP Thai Grand Prix in 2026, citing timing issues as a factor in the setback. Despite arriving at the season opener with newfound confidence after successful testing, Bagnaia faced challenges on Friday as he failed to secure a direct Q2 spot and ended up 15th in the timesheets. Bagnaia acknowledged the complexities of the day, particularly due to weather conditions, and expressed determination to bounce back on Saturday. He recognized his shortcomings in adapting to changing conditions and acknowledged the need to improve. While he identified Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi as a standout performer, Bagnaia remained focused on regaining competitiveness in the upcoming sessions.
