“HUMILIATING DEFEAT” After his defeat at French GP, Ducati Boss launched 5 bold words towards Pecco Bagnaia, insulting him by accusing him of “Learn from MM93 to win”, and Pecco’s response was something that no one expected.

The disappointment within the Ducati camp following Pecco Bagnaia’s underwhelming performance at the French Grand Prix has seemingly reached a boiling point. In a post-race debrief that reportedly turned tense, Ducati team boss Gigi Dall’Igna allegedly directed a pointed five-word insult towards his reigning champion, telling him to “Learn from MM93 to win,” a stark comparison to his teammate Marc Márquez who secured a podium finish.

Dall’Igna’s blunt remark reportedly stemmed from Bagnaia’s inability to extract the maximum potential from the Ducati machinery throughout the weekend, culminating in a disappointing race result that saw him lose ground in the championship standings. The direct comparison to Márquez, who has quickly adapted to the Ducati despite being new to the team, underscores the growing frustration within the Ducati hierarchy regarding Bagnaia’s recent performances and his failure to consistently challenge at the front.

However, Pecco Bagnaia’s response to his team boss’s stinging criticism was reportedly something that caught everyone off guard. Instead of the expected defensiveness or frustration, Bagnaia is said to have offered a calm and introspective reply. Sources suggest he acknowledged Dall’Igna’s disappointment and admitted that he was struggling to find the optimal feeling with the current bike setup. Crucially, he reportedly stated his willingness to analyze Márquez’s data and riding style in detail to understand where he could improve, a mature and unexpected reaction to such direct criticism.

Bagnaia’s willingness to learn from his fiercest rival within the same team, rather than engaging in internal conflict, has been interpreted by many as a sign of his champion mentality and his commitment to improving. This unexpected response may have diffused some of the immediate tension within the Ducati garage, signaling a potential shift towards a more collaborative approach as they aim to overcome their recent struggles and reclaim their competitive edge in the MotoGP championship. The dynamic between Bagnaia and Márquez, already a key storyline, now takes on an intriguing new dimension.