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Enea Bastianini’s Harsh Reaction to Franco Morbidelli: Dangerous Riding Style Criticized
Tech3 KTM rider Enea Bastianini harshly criticized Ducati VR46 rider Franco Morbidelli's riding style following a blockage incident during Grand Prix training in Holland. Following an incident that was reviewed by referees, Morbidelli was given a three-place grid penalty for the race. Bastianini emphasized that Morbidelli consistently makes the same mistakes on track, stressing that this approach poses a serious safety risk.
Track Safety Debate
The tension of a collision occurred at Turn 12 of the Assen circuit. Bastianini, who was in the fast lap, reacted strongly when Franco Morbidelli, riding slowly, moved in front of him. The Italian rider displayed a strong reaction. After narrowly avoiding the collision, Morbidelli was subject to a referee review and consequently received a three-place grid penalty for the race.
Bastianini criticized the riding style, stating that this was not the first time Morbidelli had made such a mistake. Bastianini stated that Morbidelli repeatedly makes the same errors on track: "I am not satisfied with Morbidelli's riding style. Whatever happens when he rides slowly, the same thing always happens." He criticized the experienced rider for continuing to stay on the racing line without looking at riders behind him, saying, "He stays on the racing line without looking at the riders behind him." Bastianini stressed that this poses a serious safety risk and expressed a desire for a different Franco in the future: "I want to see a different Franco in the future because riding like this is dangerous."
Penalty Details and Rider Statements
The FIM [MotoGP] Commissars officially approved the penalty applied to Morbidelli after the incident. The Italian rider completed his practice session in 11th place, missing the opportunity for Q2, while Bastianini secured ninth place and managed to advance to the second qualifying session.
Morbidelli made a brief statement regarding the penalty: "I blocked Bestia and I received a penalty."
Historical Context of Riding Style
Bastianini pointed out that this was not a recurring situation for Morbidelli, bringing up past incidents. In the 2025 season, Italian riders were officially warned by MotoGP commissars that heavier penalties could be applied in later stages of the season due to numerous incidents and aggressive maneuvers on track. Furthermore, Morbidelli's riding style has been criticized by many MotoGP riders, including Aleix Espargaro. On the other hand, the uncertainty surrounding the future of the VR46 Ducati rider is also drawing attention. It is speculated that Nicolo Bulega, the leader of the World Superbike Championship, could be one of the strongest contenders for the VR46 seat in the 2027 season.
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