En route to victory: Francesco Bagnaia (front) leading the race at Sepang. Below: The Italian receiving the trophy from Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. — FAIHAN GHANI/The Star
PETALING JAYA: A nail-biting race at the Sepang International Circuit saw Italy’s Francesco Bagnaia keep his title hopes alive after going wheel-to-wheel with contender Jorge Martin during the Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix yesterday.
Defending champion Bagnaia rode his Ducati Lenovo Team bike to victory after crossing the finish line in 38:04.563s, with current championship leader Martin of Spain finishing 3.141s behind.
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