Repsol Honda's Dani Pedrosa has expressed sadness that his challenge for the 2012 MotoGP title ended after just one and a half laps when he crashed out of the lead.
The tiny Spaniard slid off at Honda corner and although he managed to re-mount, his bike was too damaged and he had to pull into the pits which handed Jorge Lorenzo his second world title.
"It's a sad feeling more than disappointment; I pushed as hard as I could; I did what I had to do and I have no regrets for my riding, especially this season. I feel very proud of my team and of my performance throughout the year," said Pedrosa.
"I think after what happened in Misano, we showed a very good attitude, skill and power. So, there is some sadness because we've been closer than ever to take the title, but also proud for all we achieved.
"Concerning the crash, it was nothing strange; I just went wider on the corner, I had some chatter and lost the front; maybe the tyre was not warm enough as well, but it's like it is.
"Congratulations to Casey for his sixth win at his home Grand Prix and to Lorenzo because he deserved the championship, as well as Marc Márquez in Moto2."
