News Summary
- Francesco Bagnaia admitted he struggled at Aragón but insisted he will not give up as he looks to turn around his difficult run of results.
- The Ducati rider is counting on the support of the Italian fans at Misano to give him an extra boost and help him fight at the front again.
- Bagnaia has endured three Grand Prix retirements and a sixth-place finish in his last four races after previously scoring four consecutive podiums.
Francesco Bagnaia acknowledged his struggles at Aragón but has no intention of giving up ahead of the San Marino Grand Prix and the Riviera di Rimini. The Ducati rider highlighted the support he expects from the home crowd and vowed to keep fighting to return to the front.
As was the case last year, Bagnaia continues to struggle to find a comfortable balance with Ducati’s MotoGP bike. Between the Catalan and Czech Grands Prix, Pecco scored four consecutive third-place finishes, but his form has since taken a sharp turn, with three Grand Prix retirements and a sixth-place finish in his last four races.
“At Aragón, we had some difficulties, but holding back is not in my nature,” Bagnaia said. “So we’re getting straight back to work with the whole team at a truly special track: my real home track, in front of all the Ducatisti.”
“We won’t give up, and we’ll keep fighting to be protagonists once again,” the Italian added. “I’m sure the support and passion of the fans will give me something extra, just as they have done in the past.”
Bagnaia heads to Misano looking to reverse a difficult stretch and regain the form that previously made him one of the main contenders at the front of the MotoGP field. The Italian will also have the advantage of racing at a circuit where Ducati traditionally enjoys strong support from its home crowd.
The 2026 MotoGP season resumes from September 11-13 with the San Marino Grand Prix and the Riviera di Rimini, the 14th round of the championship at Misano. GRANDE PRÊMIO will cover all the action from the weekend, along with the other classes of the World Championship.
FAQ
Why has Francesco Bagnaia struggled in MotoGP recently?
Bagnaia has continued to experience difficulties finding a comfortable setup and feeling with Ducati’s bike. After four consecutive third-place finishes, he has recorded three Grand Prix retirements and a sixth-place finish in his last four races.
Can Bagnaia still fight at the front in 2026?
Bagnaia remains determined to return to the front and has insisted that he will not give up despite his recent results. He will now look to use the Misano weekend and the support of the Italian fans to regain momentum.
When is the 2026 San Marino MotoGP?
The San Marino GP and the Riviera di Rimini will take place from September 11-13 at Misano. It will be the 14th round of the 2026 MotoGP season.
