Francesco Bagnaia: “theres a change, when there is respect, there’s peace outside and war inside the track”

For the second consecutive year, MotoGP fans are witnessing an exhilarating duel between Francesco Bagnaia and Jorge Martín, as both riders remain at the forefront of the championship race.

Bagnaia, representing Ducati, and Martín from Prima Pramac have maintained a lead over their competitors, making the current season a thrilling continuation of last year’s intense rivalry.

Despite the high stakes and fierce competition, their rivalry

has been notably devoid of the tensions and controversies that have marked other famous MotoGP battles.

In a recent press conference, Bagnaia highlighted the mutual respect that characterizes their interaction both on and off the track.

Bagnaia underscored the significance of maintaining respect between competitors, regardless of the competitive nature of the sport.

He noted, “When there is respect, there is peace outside and war inside the track, but always with respect. We know each other for a long time, and I’ve never understood riders that change their relationships during the championship.”

Acknowledging the inherent changes that occur when fighting for the same championship, Bagnaia emphasized that his relationship with Martín remains respectful and unchanged from previous years.

He remarked, “It’s true that when you are fighting for the same objective, you change a bit, but the respect has to be always there, and it looks like that we are still in the same situation as last year or when we were younger.”

This mutual respect is a testament to the professionalism and camaraderie that both riders bring to the sport, ensuring that their rivalry remains competitive yet respectful.

As the season progresses, fans can continue to enjoy the thrilling race between Bagnaia and Martín, appreciating the high level of sportsmanship that accompanies their fierce competition.