A major blow struck the Borgo Panigale factory squad after Pecco Bagnaia suffered a heavy crash during the opening lap of the Sprint race at the Lusail International Circuit. The Italian rider was taken down by Fermin Aldeguer, resulting in two fractures in his right foot and multiple severe bruises across his entire body.
Following the accident, the factory rider underwent a successful surgical procedure in Turin to fix broken bones in his fourth and fifth metatarsals. This unfortunate physical setback casts severe doubt on whether the Italian star will be fit enough to compete in the final two rounds of the season at Portimao and Valencia.
The injury feels especially cruel because the weekend in Qatar had started with immense promise. Up until the unfortunate collision, the Ducati rider displayed extraordinary pace and rhythm, looking every bit a contender for top honors in both the Sprint and the Grand Prix.
Ducati Corse CEO Gigi Dall'Igna shared his perspective in a detailed post-race analysis, expressing immense praise for his rider's initial form. "Pecco had been driving masterfully since the very first free practice sessions—fast, precise, and highly competitive. It was an absolute joy to see him back on track riding like that," Dall'Igna stated.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding his recovery timeline, Ducati is fully committed to ensuring that the conclusion of their eight-year partnership ends on a high note. Dall'Igna emphasized the team's strong desire to honor their rider once he is cleared to return to the paddock.
"We do not know exactly when he will return to the track, but we cannot wait to have him back in the box so we can give him the proper farewell he deserves during these last two races of the season," Dall'Igna concluded.
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