Francesco Bagnaia aims for strong finish at Malaysian Grand Prix
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 29, 2026, 8:48 AM
Last updated Oct 29, 2026
Francesco Bagnaia is prepared to take more risks at the Malaysian Grand Prix, labeling Sepang as his best opportunity for a strong result before leaving Ducati. Having struggled recently, with only 23 points in the last six rounds, Bagnaia expressed optimism about his performance. He has a successful history at Sepang, winning two of the last four races there. Despite ongoing challenges with his bike, Bagnaia is eager to enjoy the race weekend and build momentum as the season concludes.
- •Bagnaia views Sepang as his best chance to improve his results.
- •He has won two of the last four Malaysian Grands Prix.
- •Bagnaia scored only 23 points in the last six races.
- •The Sepang circuit underwent partial resurfacing this year.
- •New tyre options are available for Bagnaia and his competitors.
- 8:48 AMMotorsport.com — Francesco Bagnaia calls Sepang his “best chance” and vows to “risk more”
- 8:48 AMYahoo Sports — Francesco Bagnaia calls Sepang his “best chance” and vows to “risk more”
"Francesco Bagnaia says he is willing to take more risks at this weekend’s Malaysian Grand Prix, describing Sepang as his “best chance” to secure a strong result before leaving Ducati. The Italian has a strong track record at the Sepang International Circuit, having won two of the last four grands prix in Malaysia. Last year, Bagnaia put his GP24 on pole and won the sprint race, despite ...Keep reading
"Having scored just 23 points in the last six rounds, Bagnaia is optimistic about turning around his fortunes at Sepang
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External links- Motorsport.comOct 29, 2026, 8:48 AMFrancesco Bagnaia calls Sepang his “best chance” and vows to “risk more”
Francesco Bagnaia says he is willing to take more risks at this weekend’s Malaysian Grand Prix, describing Sepang as his “best chance” to secure a strong result before leaving Ducati. The Italian has a strong track record at the Sepang International Circuit, having won two of the last four grands prix in Malaysia. Last year, Bagnaia put his GP24 on pole and won the sprint race, despite ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsOct 29, 2026, 8:48 AMFrancesco Bagnaia calls Sepang his “best chance” and vows to “risk more”
Having scored just 23 points in the last six rounds, Bagnaia is optimistic about turning around his fortunes at Sepang
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