Dramatic Clash at Aragon GP: Bagnaia and Alex Marquez Out After Frightening Collision

Pecco Bagnaia ensnared beneath Alex Marquez's motorcycle following a tumble at Aragon

Concerning accident involving Pecco Bagnaia and Alex Marquez after their bikes make contact

Francesco Bagnaia found himself momentarily pinned beneath Alex Marquez's Ducati following a spill during the Aragon MotoGP race.

Shocking news as Pecco Bagnaia and Alex Marquez withdraw! 🤯 Their absence could majorly impact the championship standings 😬 #MotoGP | #AragonGP | Catch it live on TNT Sports and Discovery+ pic.twitter.com/8Xhqsy1U7p— MotoGP on TNT Sports (@motogpontnt) September 1, 2024

Bagnaia and Marquez were seen making angry gestures towards each other in the gravel following the incident, but initially, it seemed they had not sustained any serious injuries.

Marquez drifted off course while trying to protect his third-place spot, with just six laps left in the

From the fourth spot, Bagnaia made an attempt to pass him.

The rear of Bagnaia's Ducati appeared to be glued to the forefront of Marquez's bike.

The two bicycles became entangled and veered off the path.

For a brief period, Bagnaia found himself trapped under Marquez's Ducati while they were skidding.

However, he stood up and motioned towards Marquez, indicating that he was fine.

He left with his arm's leathers ripped and worn, but perhaps lucky that the harm wasn't more severe.

Bagnaia was taken to the medical facility for an examination.

Less than half an hour after their mishap occurred, Bagnaia and Marquez were observed strolling through the paddock area, no longer wearing their racing suits, and appearing to be without injury.

Stewards are conducting an investigation into the incident.

Defending MotoGP champion Bagnaia began Sunday three points behind the current championship frontrunner, Jorge Martin.

Martin's second-place finish at the Aragon MotoGP on Sunday propels him into the championship lead, now holding a 23-point advantage.

Marc Marquez emerged as the victor in the race.

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