After a difficult sprint race in Malaysia, where he crashed and let opponent Jorge Martin increase his lead by 29 points, Francesco Bagnaia’s chances of winning the 2024 MotoGP championship are in doubt.

Bagnaia is resolved to bounce back after the setback, declaring that he will “go full send” to close the distance in the remaining races. Every point matters to Bagnaia as he tries to maintain his hopes of winning the championship going into the season finale. Martin is now very close to winning the 2024 MotoGP championship after winning the Malaysian Sprint. Bagnaia will have to finish in second place if Martin wins Sunday’s main race in order to advance the title race to the final. Bagnaia recognises the challenge

Despite his impressive form, Bagnaia has found sprint races to be a particular stumbling block. “All my mistakes and lost points this season have been on Saturdays,” Bagnaia admits. The reigning champion has consistently struggled to match Martin’s prowess in these shorter races, and he credits his competitor for consistently strong Saturday showings. Still, he is committed to giving his all, especially on race day, in hopes of turning the tide.

Bagnaia’s strategy relies not only on his own performance but also on the competitiveness of his Ducati teammates. He’s counting on Marquez and Bastianini to close in on Martin and potentially challenge him for the top positions. Bagnaia is realistic about the current state of the championship, acknowledging that Martin will likely finish strong, but he remains optimistic that any disruption in Martin’s performance could shift the standings in his favor.

As the 2024 season nears its climax, Bagnaia is fully aware of the stakes. For the Italian, every remaining lap counts, and he’s prepared to leave it all on the track. Fans are set for an intense showdown as the top riders push to their limits, making this one of the most thrilling title races in recent MotoGP history.