Franco Morbidelli Shines in Moto GP San Marino GP with Pramac Racing

Moto GP Resurgence: Franco Morbidelli's Stellar Performance

Franco Morbidelli continued his Moto GP resurgence with a first podium finish in three-and-a-half years, securing third place in the San Marino GP sprint race. Explaining the challenge of racing at the forefront, he expressed how “the race is very different” when contending at this level.

Morbidelli’s Journey to Pramac Racing

At the end of 2023, Morbidelli transitioned from Yamaha to Ducati, taking a seat alongside Moto GP runner-up Jorge Martin at Pramac Racing. After a troubled spell with Yamaha, where he experienced a significant decline in competitiveness, this move is deemed a golden opportunity. The Italian, a product of Valentino Rossi’s VR46 Academy, previously clinched the Moto2 championship in 2017.

Challenges and Adaptation

• Morbidelli faced a crash during training, leading to a concussion and missing the entire pre-season.
• His adaptation to the Desmosedici saw him struggle initially, scoring points only in round five in France.
• Since then, he secured multiple top-10 finishes, peaking during the San Marino GP.

His performance was notably impressive, qualifying second and demonstrating remarkable pace during the sprint, finishing closely behind Francesco Bagnaia's rear wheel. “I could stay with the top two guys since the beginning,” Morbidelli remarked, highlighting his improved competitiveness.

Future Aspirations

Morbidelli's recent podium hints at a promising trajectory as he aims to enhance his performance further in future races.