Double MotoGP world champion Francesco Bagnaia was involved in a violent accident during the sprint race at Losail.
The sprint race of the Qatar Grand Prix was marked Saturday, November 7, by a spectacular incident involving Francesco Bagnaia. The Italian rider, double reigning world champion, was hit by Fermin Aldeguer at the start, causing an impressive crash that required the deployment of the red flag.
Bagnaia, who shares the Ducati garage with Marc Marquez, was thrown into the air during this collision. The Italian rider's flight through the air was particularly impressive, recalling the inherent danger of high-level motorcycle sport. Emergency services immediately went to the scene of the incident.
This mishap occurs at a crucial time of the season for Bagnaia, who was trying to maintain his ambitions in the overall standings. The Ducati rider, accustomed to the top positions for two seasons, will have to digest this incident before the rest of the Qatari weekend.
The accident has naturally reopened the debate on safety during sprint races, these short and intense formats that multiply situations of bunched-up racing and risks of contact between riders. Will the MotoGP governing bodies have to review certain starting protocols?
For now, Francesco Bagnaia's health status has not been communicated in detail. The paddock eagerly awaits reassuring news about one of its pillars.
Bagnaia, who shares the Ducati garage with Marc Marquez, was thrown into the air during this collision. The Italian rider's flight through the air was particularly impressive, recalling the inherent danger of high-level motorcycle sport. Emergency services immediately went to the scene of the incident.
This mishap occurs at a crucial time of the season for Bagnaia, who was trying to maintain his ambitions in the overall standings. The Ducati rider, accustomed to the top positions for two seasons, will have to digest this incident before the rest of the Qatari weekend.
The accident has naturally reopened the debate on safety during sprint races, these short and intense formats that multiply situations of bunched-up racing and risks of contact between riders. Will the MotoGP governing bodies have to review certain starting protocols?
For now, Francesco Bagnaia's health status has not been communicated in detail. The paddock eagerly awaits reassuring news about one of its pillars.
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Source: Ouest-France