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MotoGP Finale in Barcelona: Jorge Martin Poised for Title Success
Ducati’s team principal, Davide Tardozzi, humorously remarked that anything less than a fourth-place finish from Pramac Racing’s Jorge Martin in the upcoming MotoGP finale would require extreme measures. Martin stands on the brink of securing the 2024 MotoGP championship in what will be his final race with Ducati, despite a recent strong performance from factory rider Francesco Bagnaia.
Heading into the Barcelona race, Martin holds a 19-point lead in the championship standings, needing only to finish within the top nine to secure the title and add to his earlier Moto3 championship win in 2018. Tardozzi acknowledged the pressures of the final race but emphasized Martin’s favorable position. “Jorge is deservedly leading the championship and right now he has a way to manage the situation,” he shared with GPOne.
Reflecting on Martin’s recent performances, Tardozzi pointed out the rider’s aggressive start in Sepang, indicating a readiness to seize opportunities. “For Martin to finish any worse than fourth place, you’ll have to shoot him. Anything can happen in racing, but Jorge is fast. I think it will not be difficult for him to finish in the top 5 on Sunday,” he stated confidently.
Jorge Martin, Pramac Racing
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This result was crucial for Bastianini in his quest for third place in the championship against Gresini’s Marc Marquez, who finished seventh. Tardozzi commended Bastianini’s performance, noting it was especially significant as he prepares to transition to Tech3 KTM in 2025. “Enea did his part, he wants third place in the world championship and he was extraordinary both at the start and in the finish,” Tardozzi remarked.
He continued to praise the strategic abilities of both Bagnaia and Bastianini, recognizing their understanding of their capacities in the race. “Enea pulled something out of his hat, because he had struggled in the set-up, but then he brought out the badassness of a champion,” he concluded, reflecting the competitive spirit that defines the MotoGP season.
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