Image: RRSS (@Lakers)
The Italian driver enjoyed an exclusive meeting with the Lakers before returning to training for the 2025 season.
Pecco Bagnaia continues to show his great versatility off the court. This Thursday, the double MotoGP world champion and current member of the Ducati team, is guest of honor at a special event in Los Angeles. Bagnaia, known not only for his motorcycling talent, but for his love of basketball, took advantage of the opportunity to witness an exciting NBA game between the legendary Los Angeles Lakers and the Portland Trail Blazers.
The event, which took place at the Crypto.com Arena, was a memorable occasion for Bagnaia, who was happy to experience the excitement of live basketball, a sport he follows with passion. In a video shared by the Lakers on their social networks, Pecco expressed his excitement and admiration for the game, noting how impressive it is to see NBA stars in action.. During his visit, the pilot was received by the directors of the Los Angeles team, who offered him a seat in the first rows of the stadium. There, he had the privilege of observing the performance of the stars, including LeBron James himself, who celebrated his 40th birthday that night with a spectacular performance that allowed him to score 38 points.
The meeting between the Lakers and Trail Blazers took place in an atmosphere of great excitement, where the home team surpassed their opponent. LeBron James, who has been the center of attention for most of the recent seasons in the NBA, once again shows why he remains one of the most iconic figures in the world of basketball. The victory of the Los Angeles team is not only a gift for its fans, but also for Pecco Bagnaiawho was a luxurious guest on that special night.
2x @MotoGP World Champ Pecco Bagnaia is in the building 🏍️ pic.twitter.com/6nZUbwVtSg
— Los Angeles Lakers (@Lakers) January 3, 2025
Apart from the sporting atmosphere, during New Year’s Eve, the pilot found himself enjoying a private vacation with his wife, Domizia, in the paradise of Bora Bora, a dream destination in the South Pacific. This beach vacation, far from the demands of MotoGP, allowed him Recharge your batteries and enjoy a few days off before he returned to Europe.
Before the start of the game, Pecco Bagnaia was celebrated by the organization of the event, and He was given an official Lakers jersey, with the number 63.. With a smile from ear to ear, Bagnaia proudly displayed the jersey, showing that he is not only passionate about motorcycling, but also a loyal basketball fan.
Bagnaia’s return to work is very close. Starting on February 5, the Ducati rider will begin his preparation for the new MotoGP season with official tests at the Sepang international circuit in Malaysia. In those days, Pecco will work on the development of the new Ducati GP25 with his new teammate, Marc Márquez. The tests will last until February 7, and it is expected that the two drivers will focus on fixing the details and strategies for the start of the season, which is expected to be as exciting as in the past.
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