Francesco Bagnaia believes he can make it back-to-back MotoGP wins in Austria this weekend, while Jorge Martin expects to be back in contention for victory.
The reigning MotoGP champion came close to winning his fifth Grand Prix of the year at Silverstone, and had it not been for a brave last-lap overtake from Aleix Espargaro then victory would have gone Bagnaia’s way.
"This is always a great circuit for us. Last year we were competitive, we struggled with rear grip until the Sunday. Let’s see this year," said Bagnaia during Thursday’s press conference. "We know the potential of our bike in braking, acceleration and on the straights. It’s important to take as many points as you can.Related ArticlesWhile Bagnaia has hopes of winning again at the Red Bull Ring, so does Martin after the Spaniard won in 2020.
Martin has always been strong at the Austrian venue and wants to be ‘fighting for top spot’ come Sunday’s race."I am trying to get back to a podium position. Saturdays have been complicated so I hope that we improve.
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