Pecco Bagnaia Struggles in MotoGP Argentina Day 2, Acknowledges Gaps to Marquez
Pecco Bagnaia faced significant challenges on Day 2 of MotoGP Argentina, finishing behind Marc and Alex Marquez. Despite a good start, he struggled with cornering and acknowledged the need to improve his bike’s responsiveness. Looking ahead, he remains hopeful about making progress in the upcoming races.
On Day 2 of the MotoGP Argentina event, Pecco Bagnaia, riding for Ducati, was again outperformed by both Marc and Alex Marquez during qualifying and the Sprint race. Despite a strong start where he moved past Johann Zarco, Bagnaia ultimately faced a growing gap, finishing nearly four seconds behind Marc Marquez. This performance has prompted concerns about his competitiveness early in the season.
Bagnaia acknowledged the challenges he faces, indicating that he is struggling specifically at Turns 6 and 11. He stated, “Since the beginning of the season, he has made me suffer. We’re working in the right direction, yes, but we have to close the gap.” To improve his speed, he experimented with different aerodynamic components, hoping to enhance his bike’s throttle response.
Initially, Bagnaia had a promising start by overtaking Zarco and launching an attack on Alex Marquez. However, he soon lost ground due to difficulties with corner entries. “I started well, even though I had a hitch in fifth gear. I managed to follow them at first, but I lost too much on certain corner entries,” he noted.
As the competition continues, Bagnaia remains cautiously optimistic about improving his performance in the upcoming race, stating, “There is a possibility of taking a step forward tomorrow. We are still too far from Marc and Alex.” He expressed some frustration but also recognized that with more races ahead, there is time to enhance his performance.
In conclusion, Pecco Bagnaia’s performance in the MotoGP Argentina Day 2 highlighted the ongoing challenges he faces against competitors like the Marquez brothers. While he managed to secure a position ahead of his rivals initially, his inability to maintain pace and close the gap remains a significant concern. As the season progresses, he hopes to improve his bike’s handling and performance on the track.
Original Source: paddock-gp.com
