During the race, Martin realized it was smarter to stay behind Bagnaia instead of trying to lead, as he did in the previous race in Jerez. By letting the Italian dictate the pace, Martin was able to tuck in behind him and pull away from the rest of the pack. This strategy was bold considering Bagnaia’s reputation for controlling races from the front and being difficult to overtake. However, Martin’s confidence in this approach paid off in the final third of the race when Marc Marquez started to close in on the leading duo. Martin made a decisive move on Bagnaia at the Dunlop chicane, making Marquez’s pursuit more challenging. Martin’s awareness of Marquez’s presence and his quick, calculated moves ensured his position and prevented Marquez from overtaking him. This strategic play not only earned him the victory but also showcased his potential as a future MotoGP world champion.
Cette victoire a plus de signification que simplement les 25 points gagnés. Elle renforce les chances de Martin de se battre pour un deuxième titre consécutif et augmente ses perspectives de promotion dans une équipe d’usine en 2025.