After two years, Fabio Di Giannantonio will be leaving the Gresini team at the end of this MotoGP season. His spot will be taken by Marc Márquez, and even though he is sad about the outcome, he recognizes that Márquez is no ordinary rider.

In an interview with TNT Sports, the Italian rider stated that he was very sad because he had truly put his all into the team. He said: ‘It’s a little sad for me because I really wanted to reach the main goal with this team. But on the other hand, it’s Marc Márquez. We are professionals, and it can happen, it’s normal because it’s Márquez’.

However, Di Giannantonio also expressed some dissatisfaction with how the Gresini team managed the situation: ‘I also didn’t like how the team handled the situation, honestly. They could have had more trust in me and Franky and our work. They could have waited a bit longer. Marc is coming; he’s the best, an eight-time champion, so it’s fine, it is what it is’.

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Ducati had some reasons to smile about in this Australian GP, in a day of debuts for two riders aboard a Desmosedici: Johann Zarco won for the first time in MotoGP, and Fabio Di Giannantonio got his first podium in the class.

General Manager Ducati Corse at Ducati Motor Holding, Dall’Igna came to social media to make a few comments on the australian day, regarding the first day: ‘A strange race, concentrated as it was in the last two laps and heavily conditioned by tyre consumption. An exciting finale that ends with a thrilling all-Ducati podium order of arrival’.

He then didn’t miss the chance to praise Zarco’s first win ever in MotoGP, a win that came after the french, who has seven years in the class, got to reach the first position on the last lap of the main race: ‘We applaud Zarco’s first win in MotoGP, a well-deserved victory, the result of an exemplary conduct that showed all his talent. Congratulations to Pramac, once again proving their excellent team work and the skill of their riders’.

He extended such words towards DiGia: ‘The same applies to Team Gresini, whose Di Giannantonio managed to mount the podium for the first time in the top class, a rider that proved battle-hardened and determined as never before, protagonist among top performers in all recent races’.

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After finishing fourth in Indonesia, Fabio Di Giannantonio didn’t have to wait long for his first podium in MotoGP. The Gresini rider is in excellent form and secured third place in the main race at the Australian GP this Saturday.

The Gresini rider spoke about a race in which he had fun, aiming to manage the tires optimally: ‘Well, it was a long race for sure. We weren’t ready to do this long distance on Saturday, but it was a pure, fun race. I started so well and I was fast on the beginning. I was trying to manage the rear tyre, but I was also trying to push a little bit to try to not lose too much ground in the first laps. And then I catch Brad, I overtook him, but it was not possible, also because there as a bit of wind and when you are in the front it’s more difficult to push’.

Di Giannantonio, pleased with his performance, also praised the final lap with the uncertainty in the battle for the win: ‘I think it was a great performance, we’ve been fast through all the weekend and also we’ve been constant through all the race apart of the last seven laps, that was a big job from everybody for the tyre. The last lap seemed a little bit a Moto3 race, back in the days with a lot of riders fighting for something important. There were a lot of overtakes and there was a little bit the possiiblity to win. It was pure fun’.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio keeps a good momentum in MotoGP, achieving his first podium in the premier class this Saturday. He finished third at the Australian GP after fighting for the podium with some of the strongest riders in the field until the last lap.

The result at Phillip Island is a source of pride and satisfaction for the Gresini Italian rider, who admitted in the flash interview with the official broadcast that the outcome was unexpected:

– I still have to recover from it! I gave my 200%. I was thinking that could be a good race because the pace was great all the weekend, but honestly I didn’t expect this performance. The start was incredible – maybe the best start of my life. And then I was there, I was trying to control the rear but it wasn’t easy. But then, wow, what a last lap, battlling with the best in the game is something incredible, so I’m super proud.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio has only one available seat to continue in MotoGP in 2024, which is with Repsol Honda. Another seat could become available if one of the riders of the confirmed field joins the Japanese team, but, in net terms, there’s only one open seat.

During a press conference, the Italian rider was asked if he is considering other championships like Moto2 or the World Superbike Championship if he cannot stay in the premier class. In his answer, Di Giannantonio explained:

– I think for sure my manager has to prepare some plans: B, C, D, or whatever. For my side what we discuss is just to be focused on MotoGP. The goal is to stay in MotoGP. So, once we are sure that we cannot stay in MotoGP, we will take in consideration other options. But at the moment the main goal is MotoGP.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio is not going to continue with Gresini in MotoGP in 2024 but doesn’t intend to leave the paddock. Currently, there is only one officially open seat at Repsol Honda, but depending on the choice of the Japanese team, another option may become available.

The Italian rider made it clear he wants to continue in the premier class: ‘For sure the goal is to stay. I feel that I am a MotoGP rider. I’m proving to myself and I think to everybody that I’m fast enough to stay here on this grid. At the moment it seems we have some chances. My crew is doing a good job also at home. So, we will see how it will evolve in the next races. My focus is 100% on track’.

Asked which doors could be open for him in 2024, Di Giannantonio replied: ‘Well, at the moment seemms Honda is the seat. So, for sure my goal is to stay and if there is a seat at Repsol Honda why not to take it? But in this part you never know. It seems there are more possibilities and when it will be more clear we will try to understand which matches better with my style and my project for the future’.

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Another MotoGP market rumor has emerged regarding the vacant spot at Repsol Honda. This time, Fabio Di Giannantonio is being speculated as the successor to Marc Márquez.

The Italian rider is currently with Gresini, the team that Márquez is expected to join next season, and he does not have any confirmed plans for 2024. At the same time, he is going through one of the best periods of his career, highlighted by his fourth-place finish at the Indonesian GP.

According to Sky Sport Italia, Di Giannantonio has caught the attention of Honda, with the team valuing his talent and professionalism. It’s worth noting that another potential candidate is Miguel Oliveira, who is currently with the CryptoDATA RNF MotoGP Team.

If the Portuguese rider were to move to Repsol Honda, the Malaysian team could be a potential destination for Di Giannantonio. However, Motorcycle Sports knows that it is not among the options for one of the satellite Aprilia seats.

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Fabio Di Giannantonio has been through tough times with all the talk about his future in MotoGP. The Gresini rider knows he won’t be in the 2024 grid, but after many doubts about his abilities, he achieved fourth place in the Indonesian GP yesterday.

The Italian didn’t hide the fact that he went through very challenging moments with all the talk about his future but emphasized that he always tried to stay strong and focused on his work:

– I’m human, like everybody in the world, so I have emotions, I have feelings. So for sure has been tough. Because I know this is just a sport, but it’s my life. They doubt about me, in my job, but in my life… it has been one of toughest things in my life. But as a human we are able to be strong and I think I’ve been strong, with moments down for sure. And I wanted and I forced me to be strong, to work, work, work, being focused.

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When he already knows he will not continue in the MotoGP in 2024, Fabio Di Giannantonio got his best career result so far. This Sunday, the rider from Gresini crossed the finish line of the Indonesian GP in fourth place.

Asked about his feelings after the race, the Italian confessed he was very emotional after a result that is a proof that something is working after all his efforts:

– It was like a little moment for me, even if I was annoyed in front of all the people in the world because of the cameras. But it was a little moment for me, because I’m putting so much hard work, honestly, I’m working a lot in many, many areas, in many, many things. And even if almost all the world doubted about me and went almost against me, I never gave up. I always worked, I was always focused on myself, on being better and faster. Today is not a win, is not a podium, but it’s a great result that gives you a little sweet. It means something is working good. It was a good moment.

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The unexpected announcement of Marc Marquez’s departure from Repsol Honda has left the MotoGP world in a state of anticipation. With Marquez set to join Gresini Ducati for the 2024 season, the question on everyone’s mind is: Who will replace the six-time MotoGP champion at Honda?

Here are some potential contenders:

1. Iker Lecuona: Currently a WorldSBK rider, Lecuona has been a stand-in rider for Honda on multiple occasions this season. Given his growing experience with the RC213V and his MotoGP background, he is a favorite to join the team, possibly moving to LCR Honda.
2. Jake Dixon: A rising star in Moto2, Dixon has shown significant progress in 2023. With Marquez’s seat at Gresini taken, Dixon might find a place in the premier class with LCR Honda.
3. Celestino Vietti: Another Moto2 contender, Vietti had a strong start in 2022 but faced challenges later on. Recent performances, however, have reignited interest in him, making him a potential candidate for LCR Honda.
4. Maverick Vinales: A big name in the MotoGP circuit, Vinales is reportedly in talks with Honda. However, given his satisfaction at Aprilia, this move might be a long shot.
5. Miguel Oliveira: Known for his adaptability and consistency, Oliveira has been approached by Honda. His ability to win races in varied conditions makes him a valuable asset.
6. Fabio Di Giannantonio: Set to be replaced by Marquez at Gresini, Di Giannantonio is on the lookout for a new team. His recent performances might make him an attractive option for Honda.
7. Johann Zarco: The french rider has just sign with LCR, but it could be easily the choice for the replace of Marc Márquez on Honda HRC, with a simple promotion leaving a blank spot for a young rider to LCR Honda

It’s clear that Honda is exploring all avenues to find a worthy successor to Marquez. With a mix of experienced riders and young talent on their radar, the 2024 MotoGP season promises to be an exciting one.

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