TNT Sports analyst Michael Laverty believes the crash between Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia at the Portuguese Grand Prix was the latter’s fault. With three laps to go at Portimao, Marquez attempted a move on fifth-place rider Bagnaia when the two crashed, driving them both off the road. “He [Bagnaia] should have really been a little bit more cautious,” stated Laverty.
The collision between Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia was one of the main talking points of a thrilling Portuguese Grand Prix, and TNT Sports expert Michael Laverty believes the latter was to blame.
Jorge Martin cruised to victory, while 19-year-old Pedro Acosta had his maiden podium appearance, but there was plenty of drama before the winner crossed the finish line.
With three laps remaining at Portimao, six-time champion Marquez attempted a move on fifth-place rider Bagnaia, but the two clashed, pushing them both off track.
After investigating the crash, Laverty was certain who was to blame.
He explained, “Pecco tried to cut back under Marc, but there wasn’t quite enough room. The front wings on these bikes add to their bulk.This is a racing event that may have been avoided. It was he [Bagnaia] who started the accident that killed both motorcyclists.
“”He should have been more cautious, but it’s going to run and run. I don’t know if there’s going to be any penalty for Pecco, but it was certainly his fault that they both ended up on the deck.”
When TNT Sports asked Bagnaia about the event, he didn’t say much.
“It’s difficult, everyone has their own point of view,” he replied. “We were both trying to do the maximum and we collide.”
While Bagnaia confirmed that he discussed the crash with Marquez, the Italian preferred to remain silent on what was said.
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