The result left the standings on a knife-edge. Bagnaia had successfully hacked another chunk out of Quartararo’s lead, turning a seemingly impossible mid-season deficit into a genuine title charge that would eventually lead to his first premier-class world championship.
In the closing laps, the race shifted from a procession to a thriller. As Jack Miller’s tires began to fade, Quartararo pulled off a breathtaking "block pass" at the new chicane—a move many thought impossible against a Ducati—to snatch second place. The Finish MotoGP.2022x13.Austria.Race.BTSportHD.1080p
At the lights, Bagnaia nailed the start from second on the grid, surging past pole-sitter . For the first half of the race, it looked like a choreographed Ducati parade. Bagnaia led, followed closely by his teammate Jack Miller and the "Beast" Bastianini. The Italian manufacturer seemed destined for a clean podium sweep until technical drama struck; Bastianini was forced to retire early due to a damaged front wheel rim after hitting a curb too hard. Quartararo’s Heroics The result left the standings on a knife-edge
Heading into Round 13, Pecco Bagnaia was on a hot streak, having won the previous two races. However, the Red Bull Ring—traditionally a due to its long straights—had been modified for 2022 with a new chicane at Turn 2 to improve safety. While this change was designed to slow the bikes down, the Ducatis remained the heavy favorites under the Styrian sun. Early Dominance As Jack Miller’s tires began to fade, Quartararo