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Jorge Martin Reflects on Dutch MotoGP: Admits Bagnaia Was Unbeatable Despite Penalty Recovery
Jorge Martin concedes that the grid penalty he received didn't impact his ability to compete with Francesco Bagnaia, stating, "I don’t believe I was in a position to challenge him."
In the Dutch MotoGP, similar to the performance seen in Saturday's sprint, Jorge Martin emerged as the sole competitor capable of challenging Francesco Bagnaia.
The Pramac Ducati competitor, in spite of receiving a three-place grid penalty for slow riding during the qualifying round, managed to climb from fifth to second position right in the first lap.
Nonetheless, the harm was irreversible with Bagnaia establishing a lead exceeding half a second by the moment Martin surpassed Maverick Vinales for the second position.
Talking about his race experience, Martin mentioned, "The weekend was challenging, particularly in trying to make a comeback on Friday and Saturday morning."
"Regarding the podium finish yesterday, the sensation wasn't great, but I have no complaints and want to extend my congratulations to Pecco."
"He was in a league of his own. I felt unbeatable and as though I was performing exceptionally. When I noticed the lap times, it was astonishing to see the speed we were achieving."
"Even so, he was gradually extending his lead by several tenths of a second each lap. I'm pleased and believe that I significantly enhanced my technique over the weekend, as well as my overall sensation."
"I may have wanted more, but reaching my career's 50th podium finish brings me joy."
Martin received a penalty that moved him back three places on the grid for slow riding in the qualifying round. Nevertheless, the leader in the championship standings feels that Bagnaia's performance was superior, irrespective of starting from second or fifth position.
"Martin expressed doubts, stating, 'I really don't believe so. Throughout the entire weekend, the opportunity to lead just wasn't there for me. During the qualifying rounds, I was nearly there, and perhaps there was a slight chance for improvement. However, when it came to the actual race, it was simply out of the question.'"
"Pecco was in a league of his own. Perhaps I could have attempted a maneuver early on, but discussing it further is pointless."
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