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Marco Bezzecchi says he “immediately” knew his Italian MotoGP Sprint “was gone” after a mistake at the first corner.
After finishing fourth at the Italian Grand Prix, Marco Bezzecchi admitted that his MotoGP Sprint opportunity was lost due to a mistake at the first corner. Despite starting from pole position, he braked too early and dropped to fifth, eventually finishing fourth. Bezzecchi acknowledged that he wanted more from the race but recognized that his chances were diminished after the early error. He also mentioned that his pace deficit to the front runners was more impactful than his choice of soft-compound rear tire. Bezzecchi reflected on potentially opting for the medium rear tire for the longer 22-lap race on Sunday, considering the advantages of each option. Currently leading the MotoGP standings, Bezzecchi is focusing on analyzing the situation with his team to make the best decision for the upcoming race.
