Francesco Bagnaia became a two-time MotoGP champion after sealing the 2023 title in the Valencia season finale last year.
He edged out title rival Jorge Martin to clinch back-to-back championships in impressive fashion, as Bagnaia finished the year with a podium in each of the final seven races.
Now it is time for the Ducati rider to defend his title with the 2024 MotoGP season already underway, although Bagnaia did start his defence perfectly by winning the curtain-raiser in Qatar.
However, only two riders - Valentino Rossi and Marc Marquez - have won three consecutive championships in the 21st century, so it will not come so easy for Bagnaia.
Here is all to know for the 2024 MotoGP season.
