Yet again a Ducati poker

Twentieth consecutive win, and yet again a Ducati poker with a resplendent podium made up of our three teams. A success with an intense and special feel, as great as the bitterness felt for an unexpected and “wasteful” slip, but if that's how it was supposed to go, at least Marc's mistake opened the way for Pecco to make a statement that smacks of liberation, an injection of confidence that, yes, was really needed! He definitely was overdue for a win and a convincing race like this one, and I'm glad he managed it. The irrepressible euphoria at the end says it all about his craving to make it, as well as all his desire for vindication, as shown in that daring “staccata” to overtake Alex. A sweet victory that counts enormously and boosts the morale in a most delicate moment. We have been able to work well, constantly improving, striving to achieve the optimum feeling that Pecco is asking of us: my heartfelt thanks go to the team, but we must not let our guard down and, above all, we must not be distracted by today's victory.

However, Marc once again confirmed all his strength and showed his true mettle. For him it is just a hiccup on one of his favourite tracks. He took the lead from the green light with an immediate surge and kept an unchallenged lead until mid-race, then the mistake, probably overconfidence being his undoing. This adds to the disappointment for a race that was in his grasp and that he was dominating, but that’s the way races go...

Another second place (sixth in a row...), but the new world leader: bravo Alex Marquez! Such solidity and continuity in his start to the Championship, as he waits for his first MotoGP win, from the top of the rankings, he looks down over the whole field.

Also an outstanding Di Giannantonio, once again at the top with a dogged race conducted with talent and determination.

Also prominent is Morbidelli, who is now firmly among the protagonists even in a race that is less suited to him compared with the third place of a fortnight ago.

And then, last but not least, an excellent Aldeguer who very nearly crowned a splendid comeback in which he showed of what he is capable: welcome indeed!

Forza Ducati!