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Double reigning MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia has revealed he isn’t “prepared” to race at Valencia for the season finale if it goes ahead as scheduled. Deadly floods have affected the city of Valencia and its surrounding areas, impacting the Circuit Ricardo Tormo. The 2024 MotoGP season is set to conclude in Valencia on 15th-17th November. […]
Deadly floods have impacted the city of Valencia and the Circuit Ricardo Tormo, raising doubts about the 2024 MotoGP season’s conclusion scheduled for November 15th-17th. Despite this, plans are in place to still hold the Grand Prix in Valencia, with a possible delay by a week as reported by Autosport and Sky Italy. Francesco Bagnaia expressed his strong reservations about racing in Valencia, emphasizing the ethical concerns given the ongoing situation in the city. Dorna and the FIM are expected to issue statements regarding the matter soon. Bagnaia has made it clear that he is not willing to participate in the race if it proceeds as planned, prioritizing ethical considerations over his championship ambitions. Currently 17 points behind Jorge Martin in the championship standings, Bagnaia remains focused on performing well in the Sepang practice sessions, reiterating his primary goal of winning races.
