2024 Round 13: Gran Premio Red Bull di San Marino e della Riviera di Rimini San Marino - Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli
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Sprint thoughts: To paraphrase the late, great Nicky Hayden, “This why we line up on the grid on Sundays (And Saturdays)”
I had a feeling Martin would go for the jugular. But perhaps not in this fashion. He HAD to dominate, against the odds, and he did. 10/10 ride.
Bagnaia played the wise man today and I’m glad he did. Was there an overtaking opportunity or two available? Yes. But he was smart to not engage and take whatever points that were available. Live to fight another day.
I think Bez’s reflexes are not the same as last year due to his lack of front row starts in a while. He was caught off guard and threw away his race in silly fashion.
Happy for Morbidelli, he worked HARD for that result and played awesome defense in the end.
THAT DAMN MICHELIN WISPERER BASTIANINI. Can you for ..... sake qualify well for once?
Before we speak about M. Marquez; I noticed several times that the KTMs punch out of the corners harder than his GP23. If they sort the bike out for next year, it could be a weapon. Remains to be seen.
Marquez the elder outfoiled the KTMs with sheer racecraft. He achieved the best possible outcome given that he’s not party to the GP24 cup. I can’t wait to see him vs an experienced Acosta on an improved KTM.
Last but not the least, the guy who won the Japan cup by a country mile; pound for pound; possibly the best rider on the grid right now. I don’t even care if I come across as a fanboy because I am.
Onwards to Sunday!
I had a feeling Martin would go for the jugular. But perhaps not in this fashion. He HAD to dominate, against the odds, and he did. 10/10 ride.
Bagnaia played the wise man today and I’m glad he did. Was there an overtaking opportunity or two available? Yes. But he was smart to not engage and take whatever points that were available. Live to fight another day.
I think Bez’s reflexes are not the same as last year due to his lack of front row starts in a while. He was caught off guard and threw away his race in silly fashion.
Happy for Morbidelli, he worked HARD for that result and played awesome defense in the end.
THAT DAMN MICHELIN WISPERER BASTIANINI. Can you for ..... sake qualify well for once?
Before we speak about M. Marquez; I noticed several times that the KTMs punch out of the corners harder than his GP23. If they sort the bike out for next year, it could be a weapon. Remains to be seen.
Marquez the elder outfoiled the KTMs with sheer racecraft. He achieved the best possible outcome given that he’s not party to the GP24 cup. I can’t wait to see him vs an experienced Acosta on an improved KTM.
Last but not the least, the guy who won the Japan cup by a country mile; pound for pound; possibly the best rider on the grid right now. I don’t even care if I come across as a fanboy because I am.
Onwards to Sunday!
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Hats off to Martin! That was some performance. Damage limitations by Bagnaia, after another poor start.
Considering where the KTMs dropped at the start time the year, think was quite the dominant result for them.
The pressure is on though, Guidotti said that the test on Monday will be crucial as they haven't been able to test as much as they would have preferred or planned.
Also heard that KTM is bleeding, yet they are buying brands and spending big on racing. That can't last.
Considering where the KTMs dropped at the start time the year, think was quite the dominant result for them.
The pressure is on though, Guidotti said that the test on Monday will be crucial as they haven't been able to test as much as they would have preferred or planned.
Also heard that KTM is bleeding, yet they are buying brands and spending big on racing. That can't last.
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Rationally it is fueled by that garbage in 2015 and his continuation of it.My exuberance outweighs your irrational hatred so it’s alright
But sorry. I will try to shut up about it
Not a lot of analyst coverage for their stock (Which has been sideways for a long time), but their earnings look rather solid from what I can tell.
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I was out today, so have caught up with everything bar Moto3 qualifying.
MotoE races - Garzo did the sensible thing, bar that last overtake attempt. But, he had a margin in the points. The races themselves were exciting, particularly the second one. Looking forward to seeing how a more experience Guitierrez (spelling?) will do next year with experience under his belt. Casidei after race 1 looked perhaps the most disappointed looking race winner I've ever seen in an interview.
Moto2 Qualifying. In previous years (and the start of this one) I had only been picking up the Moto2 and Moto3 qualifying results on Crash. I probably at some point had read the rules, but had forgotten them. So, Dixon wasn't going through Q1 as the top 14 go straight to Q2. I'll try to remember that (and will probably fail
). In the end, Garcia looks just as defeated as last year, and doesn't really seem to be trying. Called in to change tyres and then doesn't. Chantra also a bit disappointing, not progressing to Q2. In Q2, Dixon was straight through to Q2 despite what I posted before, but in the end disappoints. Ogura is presumably still carrying injury, and the result looks good enough for the title chase. 3rd place on the grid, and top Boscoscuro by some margin. This is Arbolino's first ever pole? Surprised at that...
MotoGP qualifying and the race. For qualifying, FQ was the rider notably doing better than expected, and Marc Marquez definitely disappointed. Though, he set up a recovery ride in the race which was entertaining to see. Acosta also good in both qualifying and the race. OK, his 6th place didn't match up to previous results, but he didn't gain any places due to people fallling off in front of him.
Is this the first time that the Ducati GP24s have finished 1-2-3-4 in a race? I've not remembered it happening before. Morbidelli doing much better than previously, and perhaps addressing some of the criticism.
Previously, also, there have been claims that Ducati won't let Martin win the championship. So far I'm not seeing it at all. Martin had a great start (I don't think that others had a bad start), and once Martin had the lead he protected it with a very Bagnaia style race. Perhaps beating Bagnaia at his own game? In any case, Martin appears to still have the tools to do the job.
Off to watch the Moto3 qualifying.
Moto2 Qualifying. In previous years (and the start of this one) I had only been picking up the Moto2 and Moto3 qualifying results on Crash. I probably at some point had read the rules, but had forgotten them. So, Dixon wasn't going through Q1 as the top 14 go straight to Q2. I'll try to remember that (and will probably fail
). In the end, Garcia looks just as defeated as last year, and doesn't really seem to be trying. Called in to change tyres and then doesn't. Chantra also a bit disappointing, not progressing to Q2. In Q2, Dixon was straight through to Q2 despite what I posted before, but in the end disappoints. Ogura is presumably still carrying injury, and the result looks good enough for the title chase. 3rd place on the grid, and top Boscoscuro by some margin. This is Arbolino's first ever pole? Surprised at that...MotoGP qualifying and the race. For qualifying, FQ was the rider notably doing better than expected, and Marc Marquez definitely disappointed. Though, he set up a recovery ride in the race which was entertaining to see. Acosta also good in both qualifying and the race. OK, his 6th place didn't match up to previous results, but he didn't gain any places due to people fallling off in front of him.
Is this the first time that the Ducati GP24s have finished 1-2-3-4 in a race? I've not remembered it happening before. Morbidelli doing much better than previously, and perhaps addressing some of the criticism.
Previously, also, there have been claims that Ducati won't let Martin win the championship. So far I'm not seeing it at all. Martin had a great start (I don't think that others had a bad start), and once Martin had the lead he protected it with a very Bagnaia style race. Perhaps beating Bagnaia at his own game? In any case, Martin appears to still have the tools to do the job.
Off to watch the Moto3 qualifying.
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Fell asleep right after the sprint race ended (thank you insomnia!) so I did not see anything after Jorge crossed the line.
I was harsh and unfair on Jorge Martin earlier in the season because he was rubbing me the wrong way, I admit. I am now openly hoping he wins the title this year. It would be an incredible story in my opinion. I want him to beat Pecco. I think he is so unbelievably fast when he needs to be. .... not getting updates. He has the speed to take the title home. He also has changed his mentality which is what changed my mind about him. I wasn't convinced of him being able to do it, but so far he has not put a foot forward that has been wrong.
Tomorrow's main event is going to be thrilling, I can feel it.
I think Aleix and Maverick leaving Aprilia is going to be a boon to the team, not a hinderance. I don't think either rider is suited to ride the RS-GP any longer. I question Maverick's commitment at this point because let's face it, it's ..... He quit at Aragon. I know track conditions were ......, but ...., if everyone else could finish the race, there's zero reason he couldn't have even if it was as far back as it would have been.
The VR46 boys are not suited for the GP23. I don't care what hybrid aero they use, it won't make a difference. The bike is simply too mercurial relative to the GP22 that they did so well on last season.
Pedro and Marc at the end was thrilling. I am really, really enjoying watching Pedro. He's so much fun to watch ride and it's only going to get better with all of the experience he is gaining. Just wish he had a better bike, but going back to the early season setup proved to be perfect for him, so much kudos on making that decision.
Good stuff as always.
I was harsh and unfair on Jorge Martin earlier in the season because he was rubbing me the wrong way, I admit. I am now openly hoping he wins the title this year. It would be an incredible story in my opinion. I want him to beat Pecco. I think he is so unbelievably fast when he needs to be. .... not getting updates. He has the speed to take the title home. He also has changed his mentality which is what changed my mind about him. I wasn't convinced of him being able to do it, but so far he has not put a foot forward that has been wrong.
Tomorrow's main event is going to be thrilling, I can feel it.
I think Aleix and Maverick leaving Aprilia is going to be a boon to the team, not a hinderance. I don't think either rider is suited to ride the RS-GP any longer. I question Maverick's commitment at this point because let's face it, it's ..... He quit at Aragon. I know track conditions were ......, but ...., if everyone else could finish the race, there's zero reason he couldn't have even if it was as far back as it would have been.
The VR46 boys are not suited for the GP23. I don't care what hybrid aero they use, it won't make a difference. The bike is simply too mercurial relative to the GP22 that they did so well on last season.
Pedro and Marc at the end was thrilling. I am really, really enjoying watching Pedro. He's so much fun to watch ride and it's only going to get better with all of the experience he is gaining. Just wish he had a better bike, but going back to the early season setup proved to be perfect for him, so much kudos on making that decision.
Good stuff as always.
Well qualifying didn't go as I thought it would thanks to Bez and Frankie. What a start by Martin. I thought Pecco might be doing a Marc and stalking him with something in reserve for the penultimate lap overtake. Marc was ....-blocked by the factory KTM boys but showed what he can do after he got by them. Great ride by Acosta, again outshining Brad and Jack. Beast went for it but damn he needs to qualify better. I really want to see if Marc can run at the front with Jorge and Pecco so I hope he gets a good start tomorrow. If he gets stuck behind the KTM rolling roadblock it will be difficult. Fabio gets a point?!? Progress? Baby steps? Go blue.
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An entertaining sprint. Martin was exceptional. Congrats to Morbidelli for his much needed podium finish. Bastianini needs to qualify better. Gone are the days when you can, race after race, make up a lot of positions after a lack lustre qualifying. MM was entertaining to watch as well with a good recovery ride and a heart in mouth pass on PA.
5 times, next one is an LLP.
That’s for the full race, I’m assuming sprints have a shorter tolerance limit.
As much as I am a fan of Rossi and the VR46 stable, I would celebrate like a Mothertrucker if Martin wins the big one this year.
It’s one of the advantages of putting the sport above individuals . Admittedly I was late to that party, but it also helped me enjoy M. Marquez’s redemption which I am thankful for.
It’s one of the advantages of putting the sport above individuals . Admittedly I was late to that party, but it also helped me enjoy M. Marquez’s redemption which I am thankful for.
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