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Andrea Dovizioso ‘scared’ by Pecco Bagnaia’s MotoGP ‘suffering’

Former championship contender Andrea Dovizioso has voiced deep concern regarding the ongoing struggles of Pecco Bagnaia, admitting that the current factory Ducati rider's demeanor is alarming. Having previously developed the manufacturer's motorcycle before his departure following the 2020 campaign, Dovizioso noted that the double world champion appears profoundly distressed during race weekends as he grapples with persistent handling difficulties.

Bagnaia captured only a single victory during the 2025 season while dealing with front-end confidence hurdles, and his difficulties have continued into 2026 due to an unusual rear grip deficit. Despite technical interventions attempted by the factory crew, the Italian racer has been limited to a handful of third-place finishes and is set to transition to Aprilia at the conclusion of the year.

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