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Jorge Martin says his defeat to Pecco Bagnaia in MotoGP’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix sprint stemmed from a loss of concentration brought on by a track limits warning
Jorge Martin admits that his defeat to Pecco Bagnaia in MotoGP’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix sprint was a result of losing concentration due to a track limits warning. Despite leading the first seven laps, Martin’s mistake at Turn 13 on lap eight allowed Bagnaia to take the win and narrow the points gap to just four. The track limits warning, indicating a potential penalty, was a key factor in Martin’s error. Both Martin and Bagnaia believe the overtake wouldn’t have been as straightforward without the mistake. Despite the setback, Martin remains optimistic about his chances in the upcoming race and feels confident in his ability to battle back. The incident highlights the potential risks of rider distraction, a concern that MotoGP plans to address with the introduction of race-control-to-rider radio communication in 2025.
