Jorge Martin Discusses Thai MotoGP Sprint Track Boundaries: 'I Played My Strategy'

Pramac Competitor Widens Lead in Thai Sprint Championship

Jorge Martin acknowledged his concern regarding adherence to track boundaries at the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix sprint race, but managed to strategize effectively to avoid any penalties.

The Pramac competitor had to make a comeback from fifth position on the first lap due to veering off course at Turn 1 in an attempt to overtake Francesco Bagnaia from his starting position of third on the grid.

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Martin swiftly reclaimed his spot among the top three, seizing second place from Bagnaia through a bold inner move at Turn 7 during the seventh lap.

Nonetheless, he ventured into the green run-off zone, receiving a warning for exceeding track limits, and repeated the infraction two laps afterward.

Bagnaia later admitted he expected to receive a penalty, having noted four instances of exceeding track limits. However, Martin was officially recorded as having only two such incidents, one less than what is required for a penalty.

When questioned about his concerns regarding track boundaries, Martin responded, "Definitely.

"I'm pushing the boundaries in turn seven when I aim for a speedy entry and quickly accelerate. At that point, I'm truly at my limit on the exit."

"I utilized my cards. You have the opportunity to proceed on the green once, so I took advantage of it."

"At that moment, I made an effort to maintain a slight gap, not too much, aware of Pecco's strength in that section of the track. Yet, it was essential for me to create some space."

Martin's successful maneuver past Bagnaia, securing a second-place spot in the sprint, has propelled him to a 22-point lead in the rankings.

This also implies that even if he secures the runner-up position in all the upcoming races, he'll still clinch the championship title.

"He mentioned that his opinions would become clear in the upcoming races when inquired about his thoughts on the matter."

"Definitely, if you're asking whether I'd agree to this, I would – becoming world champion is my goal."

"However, I'm uncertain. Let's wait and find out, perhaps tomorrow I won't be in second place. I'll put in all my effort, Pecco is going to be very competitive."

"I'll strive to be smart. Certainly, my competition is against him. If victory is within my grasp, I'll seize it.

"However, my hurdle is different. It's going to be extremely tough. Pecco usually gets better by Sunday, so I'll have to step up my game as well."

Martin explains that veering off course at Turn 1 during the initial lap was his sole option to avoid colliding with Bagnaia.

"Extremely challenging," he commented regarding his competition.

"Navigating the initial corner presented a challenge. In my mind, it was a matter of either easing off the brakes to take a wider path and drop some places, or risk colliding with Pecco. Opting for the wider route was my decision. This certainly made things tough moving forward."

"Entering the third corner, I found myself in either sixth or seventh place. From then on, it was challenging. The heat within the group was intense."

"Typically, I’m positioned closer to the front, so experiencing this level of heat is unusual for me. It was quite challenging, and I believe the temperature at the front became excessively high."

"In any case, my performance was strong and I was in contention. That's what matters most, and I managed to regain positions ahead of [Pedro] Acosta, Marc [Marquez], and Pecco."

"I'm feeling good, and tomorrow's race is going to be quite challenging. Therefore, I have to stay highly concentrated."

Martin remains undecided on which tires to select for the 26-lap Grand Prix, leaning towards the hard tires as they were the preferred choice the previous year.

He spent a considerable amount of time on it on Friday, yet he was dissatisfied with the hard used. Nonetheless, he stated that he will "make the same decision as Pecco," no matter the outcome.

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Jorge Martin Discusses Thai MotoGP Sprint Track Boundaries: 'I Played My Strategy'

Pramac Competitor Widens Lead in Thai Sprint Championship

Jorge Martin confessed that he was concerned about staying within the track boundaries at the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix sprint race, yet he "played his strategies" to avoid receiving any penalties.

The Pramac racer had to make a comeback from fifth position at the start of the race due to veering off course at Turn 1 in an attempt to overtake Francesco Bagnaia from his third-place starting position.

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Martin swiftly maneuvered his way back into the top positions and secured second place from Bagnaia with a bold inside move at Turn 7 on the seventh lap.

Nonetheless, he made contact with the green run-off zone and received a warning for exceeding track limits, repeating this infringement again two laps afterward.

Bagnaia later admitted he was expecting to be penalized since he noted four instances of exceeding track limits. However, Martin was formally recorded with only two such infringements, which is below the threshold for a penalty.

When questioned about his concerns regarding track boundaries, Martin responded, "Definitely.

"If I try to enter corner seven at high speed and quickly accelerate, I find myself pushing the boundaries on the exit."

"I played my cards. You have the opportunity to go on the green once, so I took advantage of it.

"At that moment, I aimed to maintain a slight lead, not too much, since I was aware Pecco had a strong performance in that particular section of the track. However, it was necessary for me to create a bit of space."

Martin's successful pass of Bagnaia and his subsequent runner-up position in the sprint put him 22 points ahead in the overall rankings.

This implies that he could secure the championship title by coming in second place in all the remaining races.

"When questioned about his views on the matter, he responded that the upcoming races would be telling."

"Definitely, if you were to ask whether I'd agree [to this], I'd agree – my goal is to become world champion."

"However, it's uncertain. We'll find out, perhaps tomorrow I won't maintain the second position. I'm committed to giving it my all, Pecco is going to be a tough competitor."

"I'll make an effort to be smart. Indeed, my competition is against him. Should I emerge victorious, I will embrace it."

"However, my obstacle is different. It's going to be extremely challenging. Pecco usually gets better by Sunday, so I have to step up my game as well."

Martin explains that veering off course at the first turn during the initial lap was his sole option to avoid colliding with Bagnaia.

"He described his race as extremely challenging," he further commented.

"The initial turn posed a challenge. In my mind, it was a choice between easing off the brakes and drifting wide, consequently dropping several spots, or colliding with Pecco. Thus, I chose to take the wider path. Undoubtedly, this made things harder moving forward.

"I found myself in either the sixth or seventh spot as we approached the third turn. From there, navigating through was challenging. The temperature within the group was significantly high."

"Typically, I find myself leading, so experiencing this level of heat is new to me. It was quite challenging, and I believe the temperature at the front became extremely elevated."

"In any case, I believe my performance was strong, and I was in contention. That's the key takeaway, and I managed to regain positions ahead of [Pedro] Acosta, Marc [Marquez], and Pecco."

"I'm feeling joyful, yet aware that tomorrow's race will be quite challenging. Therefore, staying concentrated is crucial for me."

Martin remains undecided on the selection of tires for the 26-lap Grand Prix, with the hard option expected to be the preferred choice, similar to the previous year.

He spent much of Friday engaged in that task, yet he felt unsatisfied with the hard used. Nonetheless, he mentioned that he would "make the same choice as Pecco" regardless of the outcome.

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Marc Marquez Believes Bagnaia Must Embrace Risks to Outperform Martin in Upcoming Race

Marc Marquez shares insights on the MotoGP championship rivalry between Martin and Bagnaia, along with his own fight for third place against Bastianini.

In Saturday's Buriram Sprint, Jorge Martin managed to increase his lead over MotoGP competitor Francesco Bagnaia by a mere two points.

Marc Marquez, a rider with unparalleled expertise in securing premier-class championships, having claimed six titles himself, emphasized the importance of his soon-to-be Ducati teammate outperforming Martin in the upcoming Sunday race for his future prospects.

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"Marquez anticipates an exciting battle between Bagnaia and Martin tomorrow, as he noted their remarkable speed, after ending the Sprint in fourth place."

"Bagnaia must embrace risk if he aims to stand a chance in Valencia; his goal for tomorrow is to outperform Martin."

Martin, holding a 22-point lead, could theoretically secure the championship by finishing right behind Bagnaia in the next five races and still claim the title.

Securing an unexpected pole position, Martin's fall came as a shock. However, Bagnaia, the current two-time champion, missed his chance to take the lead at the start when the Pramac racer made a bold move to the inside at the first turn.

Martin's maneuver pushed both competitors off their line, allowing Bagnaia’s colleague, Enea Bastianini, to take the lead, which he maintained until crossing the finish line. In the meantime, Martin managed to regain his position and overtake Bagnaia for the second place halfway through the race.

Is Marc Marquez content with securing third place in the championship, or does he aim for an additional victory?

Following Bastianini's triumph, the Italian rider is now just eight points shy of reclaiming the third spot in the global championship standings from Marquez.

The star from Gresini crossed the finish line 5.4 seconds after Bastianini, questioning his ability to compete with the GP24 rider in the upcoming full grand prix on Sunday.

"Marquez mentioned, "In our individual battle for third place in the rankings with Bastianini, it seems that when he's performing exceptionally well, I find it a bit more challenging, and vice versa. So, let's see what happens."

When faced with a choice between securing third place in the world championship or clinching another MotoGP victory, Marquez's preference is evident: he would rather have “Another race win.”

Marquez's chances to secure a fourth grand prix win before his departure from Gresini have narrowed down to either Buriram, Sepang, or Valencia.

Marquez conceded that his final race of the season in Spain might present the best opportunity, unless unpredictable weather disrupts the standings.

"Buriram has proven to be a favorable track, and the weekend has been positive thus far. However, Malaysia ranks as one of my least preferred circuits. It's unpredictable… Nonetheless, we should at least experience one rainy race, right?" Marquez remarked.

Predictions indicate there may be rainfall in Thailand the following day.

"However, I'd rather have the Malaysian rain!" Marquez chuckled. "Well, hopefully, we'll get at least one race in the rain."

"Yet, setting the humor aside, perhaps Valencia will present me with another chance for a win…Certainly, we'll give it our all, though it's not going to be easy."

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Should Pedro Acosta Reconsider His Strategy Following Recent MotoGP Incident?

The newcomer from Tech3 hasn't crossed the finish line since the race in Indonesia.

Pedro Acosta has indicated that he might need to adjust his strategy for MotoGP races following his crash that took him out of the top five during Saturday's Thailand Grand Prix sprint.

During the initial stages of the 13-lap sprint, the 20-year-old competitor was a front-runner in the fight for the podium, standing out as the top rider not on a Ducati.

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However, while he was in fifth place, Acosta suffered a crash during the fourth lap at Turn 3. He managed to get back on his damaged KTM, but eventually had to retire to the pits.

This signifies Acosta's fourth consecutive failure to complete a race, with the newcomer not reaching the finish line since the Indonesian Grand Prix weekend.

Discussing the cause of his crash in Buriram, Acosta mentioned, "It was a minor error."

"We implemented a minor adjustment to one aspect of the bicycle, and I found it incredibly challenging to bring it to a halt.

"I slightly veered off course and was a bit askew, leading to the back end forcing the front. However, we must focus on the positives and look towards tomorrow."

In response to a question about whether his recent series of accidents had dented his confidence, he replied, "No, because ultimately, if you lack confidence, you're not capable of truly competing at the forefront with the leading riders.

Indeed, it's essential for us to begin completing races, as out of the last 11, I've only finished four.

"It might be beneficial for us to pause, adopt a more serene approach, and acknowledge that achieving a top five position isn't disappointing in the least. This is something we need to come to terms with."

Acosta also implies that trying to keep up with the top-performing Ducatis is leading to his falls, as they are operating at 95% capacity, forcing him to push to 100%.

"In the end, they possess a greater margin than we do," he stated.

"For us, to join their efforts, we must commit fully. On certain occasions, when we push the boundaries, there are times we can hold back, and then there are times when we simply cannot."

"Perhaps they are operating at 95% capacity, leaving themselves with a 5% cushion."

"It's common for such incidents to occur."

"Perhaps it's time to adopt a calmer approach and recognize that securing a position within the top five or six is an impressive outcome, emphasizing the importance of completing races."

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2024 Thai MotoGP: Bagnaia triumphs over Martin in rainy conditions, Marquez falls

Bagnaia secures crucial ninth victory of the 2024 season with a commanding performance

Francesco Bagnaia delivered an impressive performance in the rainy conditions of the 2024 MotoGP Thai Grand Prix, significantly reducing Jorge Martin's lead in the championship standings. Meanwhile, Marc Marquez, who was in the running for the win, suffered

The Buriram circuit was drenched due to consistent rain leading up to the 26-lap grand prix, allowing Bagnaia to take advantage of an initial error by the race leader, Martin.

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After taking the lead, Bagnaia faced pressure from Marc Marquez. However, the Gresini team rider, Marquez, crashed during the 14th lap.

This allowed Bagnaia to gain a significant lead, which he maintained all the way to the finish line, ultimately defeating Martin by 2.9 seconds to secure his most crucial victory of the season.

Pedro Acosta put on an impressive fight to secure a third-place finish riding for Tech3 GASGAS, whereas Fabio Di Giannantonio concluded his 2024 season on a high note with a determined fourth-place, just before undergoing shoulder surgery.

Marquez got back on his bike and finished the race in 11th place, but he was penalized and dropped one position due to a late incident with Honda's Joan Mir.

Pramac's Martin launched from the third spot on the starting grid, overtaking both Bagnaia and Marquez to seize the lead, but then veered off course at Turn 3.

The title contenders were side by side as they approached Turn 4, where Martin managed to maintain his lead by taking the outside line through the corner.

At the beginning of the third lap, Martin had pulled ahead with an 0.8-second lead over Bagnaia, who was facing intense competition from Marquez, riding the GP23 for Gresini.

At the beginning of the fourth lap, Bagnaia reduced the gap to just half a second after Martin experienced a slight issue with the rear of his GP24 while navigating through Turn 11 on the prior lap.

On the fifth lap, at Turn 3, Martin veered off the track and fell back to third place, allowing Bagnaia to move into the lead.

Martin swiftly fell behind the front two riders, as Marquez made his initial move to pass Bagnaia at the final turn during the ninth lap.

Bagnaia maintained his position, repeating this maneuver on lap 13 at the identical location.

During the 14th lap, Marquez had a fall as he navigated Turn 8. Just behind him, Martin experienced a significant front-end wobble at the same spot.

When Marquez crashed, it allowed Bagnaia to gain a 2.5-second lead, which Martin was unable to overcome. The race concluded with Bagnaia and Martin taking the first and second positions, respectively.

With only two races remaining, Martin holds a narrow lead of 17 points over Bagnaia. As Martin heads to Malaysia next week, he faces his initial chance to secure the championship.

Martin clinched the independent riders' title for 2024 with his second-place finish, and now only he and Bagnaia have a mathematical chance of winning the championship.

Acosta claimed third place after overcoming a few initial errors and entering into an exciting duel with his KTM teammate, Jack Miller, during the second-to-last lap.

From Turn 3 to Turn 7, the two racers were neck and neck, with Acosta eventually securing the lead. Meanwhile, VR46 Ducati's Di Giannantonio swiftly passed Miller to claim fourth place.

Miller secured a spot in the top five, finishing just ahead of his teammate Brad Binder. Meanwhile, Maverick Vinales was the fastest rider for Aprilia, taking the seventh position.

Johann Zarco secured eighth place riding for LCR Honda, finishing in front of Aleix Espargaro from Aprilia. Meanwhile, Alex Marquez managed to climb back to 10th position after starting from the back due to a fall during the sighting lap just before the race began.

Luca Marini initially moved up to 11th position after Marc Marquez was penalized and had to relinquish a spot due to a late crash involving Joan Mir. However, upon reviewing the footage, it was confirmed that Marquez had already yielded a position when first directed, resulting in his reinstatement to 11th place.

Enea Bastianini, who initially started in second place, fell to 10th position in the opening laps and later experienced a crash. He managed to get back on his bike and finished the race in 14th place, just in front of Honda's Joan Mir. Mir was pushed off track at Turn 3 towards the end of the race due to

During the fourth lap, Fabio Quartararo, who was competing within the top six positions, was involved in an incident with Pramac’s Franco Morbidelli, resulting in Quartararo's fall.

He got back on his bike to complete the race but ended up in 16th place, far from the leaders. Meanwhile, Morbidelli received a long lap penalty, which he completed on the sixth lap before he fell on the eighth lap.

Marco Bezzecchi from VR46, the Trackhouse pair Raul Fernandez and Lorenzo Savadori, Alex Rins representing Yamaha, and Augusto Fernandez from Tech3 all experienced crashes.

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Ducati's Unprecedented Success in Thailand's MotoGP: Exploring the Reasons

Ducati Sets New Milestones in Thailand's 2024 Sprint Races

Ducati maintained its winning streak at the 2024 MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix on Saturday, securing the first eight positions in the sprint race.

At the Australian Grand Prix last weekend, Ducati achieved a remarkable feat by securing the first six positions, a milestone not reached since Honda in 1997. This past Saturday, at Buriram, they further solidified their dominance over the 2024 grid.

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Enea Bastianini clinched victory, leading Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia, as they dominated the podium in Saturday's sprint race.

The dominance was unparalleled, as the team filled all of the first eight positions, led by Marc Marquez in fourth place, followed closely by Alex Marquez, Franco Morbidelli, Marco Bezzecchi, and Fabio Di Giannantonio.

For the first time since Honda's endeavor in Barcelona in 1996, a manufacturer has undertaken such an initiative.

KTM's Brad Binder emerged as the top non-Ducati competitor, securing a single point by finishing ninth. However, he was 13.692 seconds behind the winner and trailed Di Giannantonio, the last in the line of Ducati riders, by two seconds.

From Binder's viewpoint, once his RC16 loses grip, he sees no chance of keeping up with any of the Desmosedicis.

"I'm capable of battling it out with them if I have new tires," he expressed.

"As soon as the hold is lost, I find myself lacking the means to proceed further."

"It was somewhat challenging. I was eager to join the battle with Ducati, but it was the same story as last week."

"In any case, tomorrow presents a great chance for us to work through our issues and advance further, so let's continue to battle on and explore our possibilities."

In recent races, Pedro Acosta has proven to be the sole competitor capable of matching the front-running Ducatis' speed, with the Tech3 newcomer maintaining a position within the top five in the initial laps prior to encountering a crash.

He attributes Ducati's supremacy to their sheer quantity of competitors and acknowledges that the "overall skill level among those riders is notably strong."

"When questioned about Ducati's competitive edge, Acosta mentioned, 'Well, having eight bikes.'"

"It's logical, given that there are producers out there with merely a pair of [bikes].

"KTM possesses four. Given this, it's understandable [why Ducati has such a strong presence].

Moreover, their standard of riding skills is notably elevated.

"However, out of eight bikes, six riders can achieve high speeds, indicating that, in this scenario, the overall standard quickly reaches a peak level."

"We constantly experience setbacks. As a result, it strengthens them since ultimately, they possess significantly more information than others."

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Thailand: Updated Standings for the 2024 MotoGP World Championship

Following the Thai Grand Prix in Buriram on Sunday, which marked the 18th race out of a total of 20, the 2024 MotoGP World Championship standings have been

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Rainy Opening for Sunday's 2024 Thai MotoGP

Rainfall in Buriram introduces an unexpected turn in the MotoGP championship battle.

Following a period of no rainfall on Friday and Saturday, Buriram experienced precipitation on Sunday morning during the Thai MotoGP event.

By 8am, the rain had ceased, but the circuit remains shrouded in thick clouds, with weather forecasts indicating further rainfall expected during the day.

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The brief morning session for the MotoGP category, kicking off at 10:40am, will be essential for determining the optimal settings for wet conditions.

"Shouldn't we experience at least one rainy race [this season]?" Marc Marquez remarked, having secured the fourth spot in the Sprint. "However, I'd rather it pour in Malaysia!"

In the Sprint race held under clear skies, Enea Bastianini claimed victory, finishing in front of the championship frontrunner Jorge Martin. With this result, Martin extends his lead to 22 points over Francesco Bagnaia.

The Thai Grand Prix, consisting of 26 laps, is set to start at 3 pm according to the local time zone.

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How Marc Marquez’s accident in the Thai MotoGP helped Jorge Martin maintain his lead in the championship

“I was constantly on the verge of crashing”

Jorge Martin mentioned that if Marc Marquez hadn't crashed ahead of him during the MotoGP Thailand Grand Prix, he likely would have crashed as well. Seeing Marquez go down allowed Martin to anticipate losing control of the front of his bike.

The leader of the championship secured the second position during the rainy Thai Grand Prix in Buriram on Sunday, as Francesco Bagnaia, his main competitor for the title, achieved a crucial victory.

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In the initial laps, Martin took a short-lived lead but went off course at Turn 3 during the fifth lap, allowing Bagnaia and Marc Marquez to overtake him.

Marquez experienced a crash on the 14th lap at Turn 8 while he was in second place. At the same time, Martin, who was right behind him, had a major front

After the race concluded, Martin explained that he managed to avoid his own crash by witnessing Marquez's accident ahead of him. He noted that without this incident, he would have relinquished his lead in the championship standings.

"Initially, I felt really great, but right away I noticed that it wasn't the same sensation I had during the warm-up," Martin said, noting that his championship lead has now decreased to 17 points.

"I was experiencing significant sliding from the back of the vehicle. Despite that, I was still widening the distance, and that's when I realized they had an advantage."

In turn three, I took a wider line, which allowed Pecco and Marc to pass me. After that, I focused on staying near them, considering a possible maneuver towards the race's conclusion.

"However, when Marc went down, I experienced a similar front-end issue. Fortunately, I managed to recover and avoid a crash."

"I veered off course but managed to avoid a crash. After that, I could maintain the gap between myself and Jack [Miller] as well as Pedro [Acosta], who were both closing in quickly."

He mentioned, "Throughout the race, there were numerous instances where I almost lost control and crashed."

"I was constantly prepared to handle the situation. When I noticed Marc's front tire slip, I braced myself for a similar occurrence."

"That's the way I managed to avoid the accident. If Marc hadn't been right in front of me, I'm pretty sure I would have ended up crashing."

"While I feel sorry for him, the crash allowed me to gain insight and be more prepared."

The rain that fell before the race added stress for those competing for the title. Martin commented, "I wouldn't wish the feelings I had before the race on anyone. Being either Pecco or myself in the championship under these conditions isn't ideal."

Although Martin faced a challenging race and was ultimately surpassed by Bagnaia, he expressed admiration for his competitor and considered it “a really good weekend” despite dropping three points in the rankings.

"It was indeed a very lengthy race," he remarked with assurance.

During the final laps, my thoughts were, "I really wish the track would just stay dry."

"I believed that I had an advantage over Pecco in dry conditions, so I was hoping for the track to stay dry."

"He possessed immense strength and was truly an exceptional champion."

"Being a three-time world champion speaks volumes about his abilities. He excels no matter the circumstances. I aimed to match his speed, so coming away with just a three-point deficit makes it a successful weekend."

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Was the Thai MotoGP a crucial victory for Francesco Bagnaia? “Definitely”

“In terms of emotions and mindset, it held great significance”

Francesco Bagnaia expressed that winning the MotoGP Thai Grand Prix was essential for boosting his self-assurance, especially after narrowing the gap with Jorge Martin in the championship standings.

On Sunday, the factory Ducati rider overcame a challenging sprint race from the previous day in Buriram, where he had given up two points to Martin, to take command of the wet grand prix.

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On the fifth lap, Bagnaia took the lead after Martin veered off the track at Turn 3. Despite facing significant pressure from Marc Marquez, Bagnaia was further aided when a crash involving the Gresini rider secured his dominant position.

Bagnaia secured his ninth grand prix triumph of the season, finishing 2.9 seconds ahead of Martin. This marked his inaugural victory in wet conditions, narrowing Martin’s championship advantage from 22 points to 17, with just two rounds remaining.

When questioned about whether winning in Thailand was essential, he responded with a firm "Absolutely."

Regarding the championship, it didn't change much. However, emotionally and mentally, it held great significance—not only for me but for him as well.

"It's a positive day overall for us. The 17-point difference is a favorable figure in my opinion."

He mentioned, "Today was about making a change, and fortunately, we succeeded."

"I would like to offer this win to my team. Earlier today, we had a discussion about ways to enhance our performance since I was having significant difficulties with braking."

"We've achieved it once more! I'm incredibly pleased. The race was challenging due to its length and the pressure involved, but right from the start, I sensed I was in great form and noticed Jorge was really pushing hard."

"I opted to wait an additional two laps to ensure the rear was better prepared, and once it was, I attempted to close the gap and catch up with him."

"I managed to widen the gap, but Marc was putting in a lot of effort. On the lap where he crashed, we were already two-tenths of a second quicker in the third sector, making it an outstanding lap with remarkable speed."

"I realized that securing first place instead of second was crucial to earn additional points for the championship."

When questioned about the challenges he faced during the dry sprint race on Saturday, Bagnaia simply referred to it as a "box secret" and noted that the team had been "too cautious" about a certain aspect.

Bagnaia discussed why it took until now for him to secure his first victory in Thailand.

"I kept crashing, but I never managed to go fast enough," he explained.

"Back in Thailand two years ago, I was in contention for victory in the rain, but ended up finishing just two seconds off the lead."

"The speed was present, though it wasn't sufficient. Right from the beginning, I had strong faith in making it happen, and it turned out to be the optimal moment."

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Brad Binder Clarifies Harsh Interaction with Quartararo During Thai MotoGP Sprint

"…My handlebars were fully turned. Apologies to him."

Brad Binder has clarified that an additional shift in gears caused an unforeseen level of engine braking, resulting in a forceful overtaking maneuver on Fabio Quartararo during the initial lap of the Thai MotoGP Sprint race.

Beginning in the second line, the rider from Monster Yamaha quickly found himself in seventh place, as Binder climbed from 13th to secure the eighth spot.

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However, the duo became entangled at Turn 8, causing Quartararo to fall to eleventh place.

"Today went pretty well, except for the first lap with Brad Binder, where his overtaking maneuver was a bit too forceful. I ended up losing quite a few spots," Quartararo remarked.

The rider from France crossed the finish line in tenth place, closely following Binder on his KTM.

"Binder mentioned, 'I slipped up on the initial lap.' He elaborated, 'Typically, we downshift to 2nd gear after being in 3rd, especially before taking the right turn."

"I shifted into third gear, then up to fourth, before dropping back into third as I overtook Fabio on the inside."

"As you're aware, we've configured the engine brake to engage in each gear. Specifically, for the 3rd gear, the braking force was significantly increased to accommodate for the straightaway."

"I made the turn, and it ended up [at an angle] because the steering lock was on. My apologies to him."

Following an impressive start, the South African faced challenges maintaining rear grip throughout the remainder of the 13-lap race.

"When the grip at the back diminishes, your ability to halt is compromised, maneuvering becomes sluggish, and that's when the front begins to fail too."

"As you accelerate [upon exiting] and reach the middle [of the tire], it begins to spin."

Binder, who concluded the race trailing the leading group of eight Ducatis, currently maintains a 12-point lead over his soon-to-be teammate Pedro Acosta in the contest for fifth place in the global championship.

Acosta fell from fifth position during the initial phases.

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Results from the Warm-up Session of the 2024 Thai MotoGP in Buriram

The warm-up session results for the Thai MotoGP, held in Buriram as the 18th round out of 20 in the 2024 global championship.

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Buriram MotoGP Official Records:

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Fastest lap: Francesco Bagnaia clocked at 1 minute and 28.700 seconds (2024)

Quickest lap time in the race: Marco Bezzecchi clocked at 1 minute 30.896 seconds (2023)

The first rain-soaked laps of the weekend occurred during the morning warm-up for the Thai MotoGP at Buriram.

Marc Marquez led the pack on the intermediate wet tires, outpacing championship frontrunner Jorge Martin and Repsol Honda's Luca Marini.

The track is gradually drying, but additional light rain and possibly intense storms are expected to occur over the course of the day.

Miguel Oliveira remains out of action due to wrist fractures sustained in Mandalika and will be substituted at Trackhouse by Aprilia's test pilot, Lorenzo Savado.

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