Francesco Bagnaia, affectionately known as "Pecco," is a top-tier Italian MotoGP rider and the 2022 MotoGP World Champion. Born on January 14, 1997, in Turin, Italy, Bagnaia has built a reputation for his exceptionally smooth riding style, precise control, and intelligent racecraft. He began his MotoGP career in 2019 with Pramac Racing before being promoted to the factory Ducati Lenovo Team, where he quickly emerged as a key contender.