In the 4 weeks of MotoGP break between the Mugello GP and the Assen GP, which is even longer than the Summer Break after the German GP, there will be a lot of news and confirmation, the majority of which are related to Ducati. . . In general, in the 4 weeks it was confirmed that Ducati got Marc but lost 3 riders and might be closed by losing the team that has been with them for 20 years, Pramac Racing, which is very likely that we will get confirmation this weekend.
The decision to place Marc Marquez alongside Pecco Bagnaia has had consequences for Ducati. The first and most immediate, Jorge Martin will join Aprilia in 2025. But they also lost Enea Bastianini to KTM Tech3, Marco Bezzecchi to Aprilia Racing. And Yamaha will recruit Paolo Campinoti’s team structure to become part of the Iwata family.
Many observers say that this may be the end of the Ducati Cup signs and even figures like Aleix Espargaro assess this phenomenon with a more dramatic picture. Ducati seemed to be shooting itself in the foot with this decision when asked by journalist Mela Chercoles. “In the end, it is difficult, but what I am sure of is there is no debate that they have taken one of the best drivers in history. No doubt. Marc has extraordinary talent, but above all, he has extraordinary hunger.”
“But for me they have shot themselves in the foot, because they definitely lost two bikes at Pramac, three drivers with incredible talent and they have never been to F1. However, they have strengthened the two closest manufacturers, such as KTM, which has produced a great team, and Aprilia. We will see whether the all-in bet works for them or not. Only time will tell.”
Apart from Marc – Ducati, Aleix also talked about the loss of Vinales experienced by Aprilia. “I feel very sad that Maverick is not continuing. In fact, after announcing Jorge, I spoke to him. I called him and told him that it was the best team in the paddock, that they could fight to win the Title, but he had made a different decision and I hope it goes well and he can win with a fourth brand.”
“Even so, with Bezzecchi being a young rider, just like Jorge, and with a lot of hunger and talent, they must not be too happy with the factory they have now, they will definitely want revenge. I think Aprilia has recruited two good riders,”