Francesco Bagnaia secured a dominant victory in the Motegi Sprint race today, marking a return too peak form for the Italian rider. Bagnaia led every lap,showcasing the performance capabilities of his GP25 machine.
This win is pivotal for Bagnaia as he continues his championship campaign. The result places notable pressure on championship rival Jorge Martín, who suffered a first-lap incident, and solidifies Bagnaia’s position as a strong contender for the 2023 MotoGP World Title. the championship battle now intensifies heading into the main race on Sunday.
Marc Márquez finished second, executing a controlled race and further bolstering his credentials as a key player in the championship fight. KTM’s Pedro Acosta continued his remarkable performance at Motegi,securing third place – a promising sign for the young Spaniard following previous strong showings at the circuit.
Joan Mir narrowly missed out on a podium finish, concluding the Sprint in fourth position. Franco Morbidelli completed the top five with a consistent performance.
A dramatic first lap saw Jorge Martín involved in a collision, taking out his teammate Marco Bezzecchi. Martín subsequently withdrew from the running race due to a shoulder injury sustained in the crash. Miguel Oliveira also faced difficulties following the incident, finishing 15th after running off track.
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(Fonte: https://mototiming.live)
