An Exciting Weekend Awaits at Oakley Italian Grand Prix: Preview of Records and Milestones
MotoGP™ is back in action after a short break, and the Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello is all set to host an excellent weekend of racing at the Gran Premio d’Italia Oakley. With several milestones and records on the line, this race promises to be a memorable one for riders and fans alike.
Reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) is hoping to become the rider with the most wins for Ducati. Currently, he stands third with 13 wins, behind Andrea Dovizioso (14) and Casey Stoner (23). Bagnaia could also become the third most successful Italian driver in the premier class if he can secure a couple of wins. Valentino Rossi leads the way with 89 wins, followed by Giacomo Agostini with 68.
French riders have won 98 Grands Prix so far, and they could reach the milestone of 100 by 2023. Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) is one to watch out for as he could become the French rider with the most wins. Johann Zarco (Prima Pramac Racing) leads with 16 wins. Quartararo, who has 29 podium finishes with Yamaha, could move up to fifth place on the Iwata-branded riders’ list if he reaches 39.
Nine riders are on track to reach the milestone of 50 podium finishes in all categories this year. Bagnaia, Miguel Oliveira (CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP™ Team), Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), Alex Márquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™), Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team), Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing), Joan Mir (Repsol Honda Team), Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing), and Quartararo.
Marc Márquez is another rider to watch out for as he can make history this season. With 85 Grand Prix victories in all categories, he just needs six more wins to become the third most successful rider and also the Spanish driver with the most victories in history. Márquez needs just nine more wins to surpass Giacomo Agostini’s 68 wins, while Valentino Rossi leads the way with 89 premier class wins.
When he next wins, Marc Márquez will complete a winning career in the premier class of ten years or more, joining a list of eight other riders who have achieved this feat. Currently, it’s been 595 days since he last won a race, and he has two more opportunities in the coming weeks to make history once again.
With several riders eyeing significant milestones, it’s going to be an exciting weekend in Mugello. Local heroes, along with riders from different nations, will battle it out to secure a place on the podium. Tuscany and MotoGP™ are a match made in heaven, and fans can be a part of the show by getting their tickets at the official website.
Expanding on the Importance of Milestones and Records in MotoGP™
Milestones and records are an integral part of MotoGP™, and they drive riders to push their limits and achieve greatness. While winning races is the ultimate goal, achieving significant milestones often comes with a sense of satisfaction and pride.
For instance, surpassing a fellow rider to become the most successful driver for a particular team or country is a noteworthy achievement. It showcases a rider’s consistency and dominance in the sport, and it’s something that future generations will look upon with awe.
Similarly, winning a certain number of races with a specific manufacturer or in a particular class can signify a rider’s legacy. It’s a testament to their skill and adaptability as they race through various tracks and challenging conditions.
Moreover, reaching a milestone often puts a rider in an elite group of racers who have achieved similar feats. It’s a way of establishing one’s place in the sport’s history and being recognized for their contributions to the sport.
For fans, milestones and records add to the excitement of MotoGP™. They create an aura of anticipation and elevate the sport’s popularity to new heights. It’s fascinating to witness riders compete with each other to achieve their goals and break existing records.
In conclusion, milestones and records hold considerable importance in MotoGP™. They are a means of recognizing a rider’s achievements and showcasing their contribution to the sport’s legacy. Fans also enjoy the thrill of witnessing riders reach significant milestones and add to the sport’s rich history and tradition.
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Take a look at some of the best stats ahead of MotoGP™’s return to action at the Oakley Italian Grand Prix
An excellent weekend in Mugello awaits MotoGP™ after a short break, and there are plenty of records on the line at the Gran Premio d’Italia Oakley. Take a look at some of the best below:
Reigning champion Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) may become the rider with the most wins for Ducati. He is currently third with 13 wins, behind Andrea Dovizioso, who is now just one ahead with 14, and Casey Stoner, who leads with 23.
Bagnaia could also become the third most successful Italian driver in the premier class in terms of wins. Pecco is 13 and is therefore two behind Andrea Dovizioso in third (not forgetting the victory of the future Legend with Honda, which adds to his 14 with Ducati). Valentino Rossi leads the way with 89, ahead of Giacomo Agostini with 68.
French drivers have won 98 Grands Prix so far, so France could reach 100 by 2023.
With 12 wins in all categories so far, Fabio Quartararo (Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™) could become the French rider with the most wins. Johann Zarco (Prima Pramac Racing) leads with 16.
Quartararo, who has 29 podium finishes with Yamaha, could move up to join MotoGP™ legend Kenny Roberts for fifth place on the Iwata-branded riders’ list if he reaches 39.
Zarco could become the fifth French rider to win in the premier class alongside Quartararo (11 wins), Régis Laconi (1), Christian Sarron (1) and Pierre Monneret (1). He could also return the honor of being the driver with the most podiums in the premier class without winning (17) to Colin Edwards, who has 12.
Nine riders could reach the milestone of 50 podium finishes in all categories this year: Bagnaia (45), Miguel Oliveira (CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP™ Team) (41), Brad Binder (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) (41), Alex Márquez (Gresini Racing MotoGP™) (41), Enea Bastianini (Ducati Lenovo Team) (40), Jorge Martin (Prima Pramac Racing) (37), Joan Mir (Repsol Honda Team) (33), Jack Miller (Red Bull KTM Factory Racing) (33), and Quartararo (33).
Mir and Oliveira could win with a second manufacturer, following Rins’ example. Mir has won with Suzuki and now rides for Honda, while Oliveira has five premier class wins with KTM and is now on Aprilia.
Three is the magic number.
Maverick Viñales (Aprilia Racing) and Miller could make MotoGP™ history if they win with three factories. Viñales has won with Suzuki and Yamaha, and aims to add Aprilia. Miller has wins with Honda and Ducati, and has quickly adapted to the KTM.
Marc Márquez against the record books
Marc Márquez currently has 85 Grand Prix victories in all categories, just five fewer than MotoGP™ legend Ángel Nieto. If Márquez reaches 90 + 1, he will occupy third place in the list of the most successful drivers and will become the Spanish driver with the most victories in history.
With 59 victories in the premier class, Márquez could become the second most successful driver in premier class history if he surpasses Giacomo Agostini’s 68 wins. Valentino Rossi leads the way with 89 premier class wins.
When yes? – when he wins again, Marc Márquez will become the ninth driver in history with a winning career in the premier class of ten years or more.
Marc Marquez vs. Marc Marquez
When yes? – when he wins again, it will be the longest gap between wins for the number 93. It was 581 days between Valencia 2019 and the 2021 German Grand Prix. On race day at Mugello it will be 595 days since he won the Grand Prix of Emilia-Romagna in 2021, and at the Sachsenring there will be 602. Shall we stop counting there?
It’s been five Grands Prix of more MotoGP™ than ever before, and we still don’t have enough! There’s history on the line at the Italian GP, and plenty of glory for the local heroes, too, so if you want to be a part of the show, head over to HERE to get your tickets for the truly impressive Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello. Tuscany + MotoGP™… What could be better?!
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