The 2023 MotoGP season marks a period of peak excitement. Reigning World Champion Pecco Bagnaia has started to lose points since the Catalan Grand Prix. Accidents and unexpected events challenge his leadership on the way to the championship. In this article, we will focus on Bagnaia's difficulties and his fight against his rivals.
Impact of Accidents: Catalan and India
Bagnaia had an unfortunate experience that started with his first lap crash at the Catalan GP. Then he had another accident in India. These accidents caused the leadership gap in the championship race to decrease to 13 points. Bezzecchi's victory left Bagnaia just 44 points behind.
Bezzecchi's Confession
In his statement in Motegi, Bezzecchi said that his rivals Martin and Bagnaia were in the real fight. However, he stated that he did not see himself as a championship candidate yet. This statement shows that the struggle is only in its early stages.
Bagnaia's Championship Ambition
Bagnaia compared the rapid loss of points to the difficult periods in the past. However, he maintains his belief in the championship by focusing on the challenges he has successfully overcome in the past. As a driver who has successfully compensated for falling behind in previous seasons, he has the potential to overcome these difficulties.
Championship Pressure and Bagnaia's Perspective
Bagnaia answered questions about the championship in press conferences as follows: "I am a hunted, but we are still in the 14th race." He states that he feels less pressure now than he did last year. Recalling the intensity of the past year, he emphasizes that he is focused on enjoying the present and that he is at the peak of his career.
Future and Ideal Strategy
While explaining his strategy for the upcoming races, Bagnaia stated that they are focused on perfection and that zamHe states that they can be competitive at the moment. He states that he's not worried right now because he doesn't want to feel the pressure. He strives to enjoy the moment, achieve good results and win races.