Italian rider Fabio Di Giannantonio, speaking to ‘MotoSprint’, has shared insights into his experience with the Ducati Desmosedici GP23, revealing his style syncs well with the bike, allowing him to adapt quickly and without much effort. As he navigates his season, Di Giannantonio has been closely analyzing performance data to push the GP23’s limits even further.
Comparing the GP23 to the newer GP24, Di Giannantonio notes that while the GP24 seems to offer enhanced performance, being stronger and easier to pilot, his current setup with the GP23 is competitive, albeit pushing closer to the bike’s performance limits. “Our pack is really great,” he stated, acknowledging the slight edge the GP24 has in terms of tire conservation and stopping power.
A significant point of discussion was Di Giannantonio’s comparison to Marc Márquez, who also rides a GP23 for Ducati this year. Observing Márquez’s adaptation to the Ducati, Di Giannantonio expressed admiration for Márquez’s unmistakable aggressive style and strong corner entries. “It’s always Marc in his riding style,” Di Giannantonio remarked, appreciating the seamless blend of intensity and finesse that Márquez brings to the track.
In an inspiring reflection on his progress and level in MotoGP, Di Giannantonio feels that while he once saw Márquez as almost superhuman, the gap between them has significantly narrowed. “I do not see him as unattainable anymore. I view him as a rival, and even when I study him, I do not see significant differences,” he revealed, underscoring his growing confidence and ambition.
Perhaps the most intriguing similarity noted by Di Giannantonio is in their use of throttle, which data analysis shows to be remarkably alike. “It sometimes surprises me, being close in riding style to an eight-time World Champion is not bad at all,” he concluded, reflecting on the unique parallel between his and Márquez’s approaches to racing.
This perspective not only highlights Di Giannantonio’s respect and admiration for Márquez but also emphasizes his own rising stature within MotoGP as he continues to refine his skills and challenge the norms of motorcycle racing.