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Pecco Bagnaia says progress from the Jerez MotoGP test carried into Le Mans, despite a late Friday crash.
Pecco Bagnaia had a strong start at the 2026 French MotoGP, finishing third on the timesheets despite a late crash. He improved on progress from the recent Jerez test with a new Ducati fairing but acknowledged that something was still missing. Bagnaia expressed happiness with his performance, stating that he was able to push and control the tires. He aims to enhance the bike’s turning ability and stopping power. Rain is expected for Saturday morning’s qualifying, prompting Bagnaia to focus on wet-weather performance following grip issues in Jerez. His crash affected his teammate Marc Marquez’s qualifying chances, highlighting the team dynamics at play.
