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Five-time MotoGP champion Jorge Lorenzo believes that multiple factors are behind Francesco Bagnaia’s current struggles at Ducati.
Five-time MotoGP champion Jorge Lorenzo believes that multiple factors contribute to Francesco Bagnaia’s struggles at Ducati, attributing them to Marquez’s arrival and Bagnaia’s confidence being undermined.
Bagnaia’s fifth-place finish in the 2025 standings is his worst MotoGP season since joining Ducati, with Marquez’s dominance affecting his performance.
Lorenzo suggests that Marquez’s technical and psychological superiority over Bagnaia, combined with the discomfort with the bike, have led to his struggles on the track.
Bagnaia’s 2025 season is labeled as a disappointment, with Lorenzo highlighting him as one of the ‘big disappointments’ of the year.
Looking ahead to 2026, Lorenzo predicts surprises in Alex Marquez and Bezzecchi, emphasizing the unpredictability of upcoming MotoGP seasons.
