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Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia will fight it out over their second-consecutive last-round title decider in MotoGP this weekend in Barcelona. Here’s what we learned on Thursday
Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia will be competing for the MotoGP championship title this weekend in Barcelona, with roles reversed from the last round. Martin only needs to avoid a bad weekend to become the champion, while Bagnaia needs a significant points swing in his favor that hasn’t happened in the previous rounds. Despite the points disparity, both riders and their rivals’ words suggest a tense decider is ahead. Martin, usually confident, showed nervousness during the pre-event press conference, which was a departure from his usual demeanor. However, this slight imbalance is unlikely to affect him once he’s on the bike, and he may even feel relieved once racing starts. Martin’s strategy for the weekend focuses on being competitive and enjoying the experience, with the goal of securing the championship through a strong performance in the upcoming races.
