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Francesco Bagnaia missed out on a third consecutive MotoGP crown in 2024 to Pramac’s Jorge Martin by ten points. The Italian produced one of the best individual seasons in MotoGP history, winning 11 Grand Prix to Martin’s 3. But the championship loss was due to the number of retirements across the season, as Bagnaia failed […]
Italian rider Pecco Bagnaia had a remarkable MotoGP season in 2024, winning 11 Grand Prix races, but ultimately lost the championship due to multiple retirements which resulted in him failing to score points in eight races. He acknowledged that the crash in Malaysia was a turning point, making it difficult to close the 29-point gap with his rival Jorge Martin. Bagnaia praised Martin’s consistency in finishing second 16 times, recognizing that it was a key factor in Martin winning the title. Despite the disappointment, Bagnaia congratulated Martin and reflected on the lessons learned, aiming to improve for the next season. Although Bagnaia fell short of the championship, his 11 wins solidified his place among the most dominant seasons in MotoGP history, and he expressed pride in his team’s efforts. Looking ahead to 2025, he emphasized the need to enhance certain aspects of his performance to return stronger.
