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Danilo Petrucci wrapped up the WorldSBK ‘Best Independent Rider’ title at Estoril thanks to two fifth-place finishes. Petrucci’s rollercoaster of a 2024 season suggests the Italian never expected to be in this position after experiencing major injuries from a motocross accident earlier in the year. His battles with injuries were life-threatening, with fractures to his […]
Petrucci’s rollercoaster 2024 season took unexpected twists due to major injuries from a motocross accident earlier in the year. Despite life-threatening fractures to his right jaw and collarbone, he made a strong comeback, currently battling for fourth place in the championship with a six-point lead over Alex Lowes. Petrucci reflected on his accident, realizing the value of life and the importance of resilience. Achieving a hat trick of wins at his home race, he became the fourth rider to accomplish this since the introduction of the three-race format, uniquely with an independent racing team. Looking ahead, Petrucci and Barni Spark Racing aim to challenge the factory Ducati’s and BMW rider Toprak Razgatlioglu in the 2025 season.
