Three years ago we witnessed the birth of a MotoGP™ rivalry that would grab headlines around the world for the foreseeable future. The 2021 Aragon Grand Prix, of course, saw the Francesco Bagnaia (Ducati Lenovo Team) and Marc Marquez (Gresini Racing) feud spark into life with a memorable encounter that culminated in the Italian clinching a debut MotoGP™ victory.
HEARD AROUND THE WORLD
It's now one of the iconic MotoGP™ moments seeing Marquez try and try again to fire up the inside of Bagnaia, but failing to make the move stick every time in those pulsating final laps. Listen in to how our broadcasters around the world reacted to the scenes.
VICTORY AT LAST
With a first win, comes celebrations that will be savoured for a lifetime. We took our cameras behind the scenes to sample the atmosphere inside the factory Ducati box following the conclusion of the race.
BAGNAIA'S REACTION
Pure, unadulterated joy from the now two-time MotoGP™ World Champion after his debut success in the premier class. Listen to how he reacted to the Aragon stunner.
MARQUEZ COMPARES PECCO TO ITALIAN GREAT
After going toe-to-toe with Andrea Dovizioso for so many years on last lap thrillers, Marquez had to put up with another determined Italian in red. And the eight-time World Champion was quickly reminded of the similarities.
THE DOCTOR HYPNOTISES PECCO
Bagnaia was quick to thank his boss post-race for the words of wisdom the night before the race, with the nine-time World Champion revealing he had to use some special powers to make sure Bagnaia won the race.