Red flag after a massive crash in the first corner
“Pecco” Bagnaia, which Brad Binder could not avoid and ran over his legs
The Race Direction of the Catalan motorcycling GP has shown the red flag after a massive crash in the first cornerand shortly after one of the world leader, the Italian Francesco “Pecco” Bagnaia (Ducati Desmosedici GP23), which Brad Binder could not avoid and ran over his legs. He left by ambulance, with the ‘OK’ of the organization, aware, and the applause of the fans displaced to the Circuit.
A shocking incident during the Moto GP Catalan Grand Prix has led to the immediate display of the red flag at the circuit. The chilling scene occurred when Brad Binder’s (KTM) motorcycle ran over the legs of the rider Pecco Bagnaia after he fell on the track. Besides, at turn 1, five other drivers were also involved in a multiple accident: Alex Marquez, Enea Bastianini, Johann Zarco, Fabio Di Giannantonio, Marco Bezzecchi.
SPOOKY! 😱 Binder’s KTM runs over Bagnaia’s leg after a chaotic start! 😞
Bastianini arrived past the first corner and caused the fall of Zarco, Álex Márquez, Bezzecchi and Di Giannantonio 😱#CatalanGP 🇪🇸 #MotoGP 🏁 pic.twitter.com/MinW2yRSlG
— DAZN Spain (@DAZN_ES) September 3, 2023
In an official statement issued by MotoGP, it is reported that the riders affected by these incidents, Àlex Márquez, Enea Bastianini, Johann Zarco, Fabio Di Giannantonio, Marco Bezzecchi and even Pecco Bagnaia, they are conscious at the moment.
The accident has shocked the motorcycling community and highlighted the risks inherent in this high-speed sport. The Fans and the world of motorcycle racing are watching for updates on the health of the affected riders. and wish your speedy recovery.