P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Another confusing weekend from the 2024 MotoGP title rivals in Indonesia, a lot of riders in the gravel and a rookie sensation back to his pace.
That equals plenty for Simon Patterson to mull over as he ranks the entire field’s performances at Mandalika from best to worst.
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Another thrilling and puzzling MotoGP race weekend unfolded in Indonesia in 2024, with many riders finding themselves in the gravel and a rookie sensation showing impressive pace. Simon Patterson will have a lot to evaluate as he assesses the performances of all riders at Mandalika. Despite struggling, Pecco Bagnaia managed to reduce the gap to Jorge Martin in the championship battle, showcasing a commendable performance. Pedro Acosta demonstrated a breakthrough race at Mandalika, showcasing improved racecraft and clinching a well-deserved 2nd place finish. Jorge Martin’s dominant victory was marred by a sprint race crash, highlighting the unnecessary mistake that prevented a flawless weekend for him. Marco Bezzecchi showed consistency and progress in unlocking the potential of the new Michelin rear tire, indicating a positive trend in his performance. Franco Morbidelli displayed defensive prowess and continued his quest to catch up with the other Ducati GP24 riders, showcasing promising signs for the future. Marc Marquez faced a frustrating weekend, struggling to match the pace of his rivals and getting entangled in early race battles that ultimately led to a disappointing Did Not Finish (DNF) result.
