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Fabio Di Giannantonio is competing for victory and a podium chance in the Assen race after finishing fourth twice in Brno. Ducati rider experienced astonishment against a new rule change in MotoGP, as he describes this track as "historic" and "fantastic," fitting for Italian tradition, while reacting to a new regulation in MotoGP. The rider currently holds a third position, and during a period when Aprilia bikes struggled in the last two race weekends, the Ducati team emphasizes that they will always be fast this season.
Track Appeal and Performance Pressure
Italian rider Fabio Di Giannantonio is preparing for the race at Assen, the traditional track of Holland. The Ducati rider welcomes the track with great excitement. He emphasized the importance of the circuit in his statements before the race weekend:
“This is a wonderful racetrack, and I love it. It is one of the most historic circuits on my calendar. It is very fast; we can have great battles here, and I can overtake many times. I enjoy riding the most here.”
However, he is assessing his situation to aim for a top result at Assen this season. Noting that his best result was in second place in the Moto3 category, the team expressed their focus on delivering a better performance this week:
“My best result came from Moto3; I was second. We are working to improve this. We compensated for what was missing last year this week. I believe we can do a good job here, and it is right that the track suits my riding style and my motorcycle. I am not worried about having to be fast.”
Reaction to New Rules and Strategy
A new rule change is in effect in MotoGP, prohibiting the use of the Holeshot device starting from the Assen GP. The rider's reaction to this sudden regulation drew attention. Di Giannantonio questioned how strictly the ban would be enforced. However, his team stated that the rule would be applied if such discussions intensified, and while he expressed his opinion, he respected the decision:
“I expected this; if it is discussed intensely, it will be implemented. I have given my view on this, but I respect the decision—it is the same for everyone. We are trying to extract the maximum from this rule.”
The rider shared his personal view that the Holeshot devices were relatively safe:
“I said that both devices were relatively safe for me. You see it differently. Maybe what is right for me is correct.”
Focus Plan for Success
Di Giannantonio is facing an issue with consistent starts or first laps this year. He questioned where he should focus his efforts during Assen and subsequent races. The rider stated that he will work hard on the first two laps to find his rhythm and to ensure he is always in front:
“I am working hard on the first laps and trying to find a good rhythm in the first two laps—so I am always in front. I will continue this.”
It must be noted that the rider, currently in third place in the overall standings, needs to remember that WM leader Marco Bezzecchi holds a 23-point gap. During a period when Aprilia bikes struggled in the races in Hungary and Czech Republic two weekends ago, the Ducati team is hopeful. The team indicated that they will always be fast this season and can turn the situation around even if they have a poor start. The rider's confidence was a sign of this positive expectation.
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