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Bagnaia Secures Victory in Thrilling Americas Grand Prix as Márquez Crashes
Francesco Bagnaia of Ducati triumphed at the eventful Americas Grand Prix, held in Austin, Texas, overcoming a dramatic race that saw Gresini Racing’s Álex Márquez finish second. The race took a turn when Marc Márquez, after leading for a significant portion, suffered a crash, marking his first race incident this season in the MotoGP championship.
Márquez’s Unfortunate Exit
Marc Márquez had demonstrated formidable speed throughout the weekend, clinching pole position during qualifying and securing his third consecutive sprint race victory on Saturday. However, despite his strong performance, a crash on the Ducati ultimately forced the six-time MotoGP world champion to retire from the Grand Prix due to substantial damage to his motorcycle.
Álex Márquez Leads Championship After Austin
Despite Bagnaia’s race win, Álex Márquez emerged as a significant beneficiary in Austin. His second-place finish propelled him to the top of the riders’ championship standings with 87 points, narrowly surpassing his older brother Marc by a single point. This shift in leadership adds further intrigue to the ongoing MotoGP season.
Ducati Claims Podium Sweep
Fabio Di Giannantonio from VR46 Racing Team mounted a strong challenge to Álex Márquez in the closing laps, attempting to close the gap and contend for second place. Ultimately, Di Giannantonio finished third, completing a Ducati podium sweep and achieving a strong result for his team.