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Morbidelli thinks riding old Ducati will actually help him in MotoGP 2025
VR46 rider Franco Morbidelli believes running a year-old Ducati in 2025 will actually benefit him in the upcoming MotoGP season.
Last year, Morbidelli joined Pramac to ride the best bike on the grid, a Ducati Desmosedici of the same specification as Francesco Bagnaia and Jorge Martin, and better than that of Marc Marquez's, who used the previous year's bike at Gresini.
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Yamaha WorldSBK Launch Press Release: Pata Yamaha and GYTR Line Ups Remain Unchanged
Yamaha WorldSBK Launch Press Release: Pata Yamaha and GYTR Line Ups Remain Unchanged
Yamaha Motor Europe issued the following press release launching their 2025 WorldSBK teams today:
Yamaha Motor Europe Presents 2025 WorldSBK Line-Up as Anticipation Builds for Phillip Island Opener
David Emmett Mon, 27/Jan/2025 - 12:49
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Bagnaia vs Marquez: Can Ducati Make Their Dream Team Work?
Bagnaia vs Marquez: Can Ducati Make Their Dream Team Work?
In the second half of the Ducati Lenovo MotoGP team presentation, the host, Barbara Pedrotti, asked Ducati test rider Michele Pirro how he would sum up the Bologna factory's 2025 MotoGP project in a single word. Pirro chose the phrase "Dream Team", which prompted Pedrotti to give him a pass for ignoring the set criteria as, she said, he had said the phrase quickly enough for it to be a single word.
In the context of MotoGP in 2025, the pairing of Pecco Bagnaia and Marc Márquez certainly qualifies as a dream team. The rider who finally brought the riders championship back to Ducati after 15 years, then followed it up with another and came close to making it three in a row, paired with the greatest rider of his generation, and possibly of all time. As team manager Davide Tardozzi pointed out, they have 11 titles between them.
David Emmett Sun, 26/Jan/2025 - 15:54
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Marquez: Dangerous to think Ducati will continue dominating MotoGP
New Ducati signing Marc Marquez believes it will be “dangerous” to assume the Borgo Panigale marque will remain the benchmark in MotoGP for 2025 and beyond.
The Italian outfit had been making major strides since the latter part of last decade, but it was only after the arrival of Francesco Bagnaia in the factory team for 2021 that it became the powerhouse that it is today.
Bagnaia won ...Keep reading
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How Marquez's signing elevates Ducati's presence in the global spotlight
Modern civilisation has completely changed its habits in consuming information. Social media, not just for the younger generation, is now the primary source people use to stay informed about current events. Two key factors come into play here: the packaging of the product and the media figure presenting it.
The signing of Marc Marquez, the only rider on the current MotoGP grid who transcends ...Keep reading
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Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Launch Press Release And Photos
Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Launch Press Release And Photos
The Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team launched their 2025 MotoGP project in Jakarta, Indonesia today. Below is the press release issued after the event, plus a selection of photos:
Fluo Stream Act 2: the Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team unveils in Jakarta
David Emmett Sat, 25/Jan/2025 - 16:51
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VR46 unveils 2025 MotoGP colours in Jakarta
VR46 showcased the livery of its 2025 MotoGP bikes at a special launch in Jakarta on Saturday.
The team owned by MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi will switch to a fluorescent yellow-and-white colour scheme, an evolution of the design it first adopted last year.
Both Fabio di Giannantonio and new signing Franco Morbidelli flew down to Indonesia for the presentation ceremony, as VR46 capitalised ...Keep reading
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What Espargaro learned about Marquez from his time at Honda
Pol Espargaro was surprised to see how Marc Marquez was able to tame an increasingly difficult Honda MotoGP bike during their team-mates in 2021-22.
Having played a major role in building KTM’s MotoGP operation from scratch, Espargaro got the opportunity to race for the factory HRC team in 2021 alongside six-time champion Marquez.
At that time, Marquez was still not fully fit after ...Keep reading
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KTM’s MotoGP exit set to take place in 2026 amid insolvency proceedings
KTM could leave MotoGP and its support classes in 2026, as the Austrian manufacturer undergoes a wide-scale restructure under administration.
It was on 20 December that a potential exit from MotoGP was publicly mentioned for the first time. In a report presented by Alpenlandischer Kreditorenverband (AKV), following a meeting with the creditors in Austria, it was stated that "in order to reduce ...Keep reading
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Di Giannantonio will try to “annoy” Marquez and Bagnaia on Ducati GP25
Fabio di Giannantonio says he will try to “annoy” Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia when he is on the same equipment as the factory Ducati riders in MotoGP next year.
On the back of his impressive form astride a year-old bike in 2024, di Giannantonio has landed a contract directly with Ducati to ride its latest GP25 at VR46 next year.
The terms of the deal give him the same status that ...Keep reading
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Marquez recommended Lorenzo to Honda to prevent Ducati domination
Marc Marquez has revealed he pitched Jorge Lorenzo's name to Honda for the 2019 MotoGP season in order to stave off a growing threat from Ducati.
Lorenzo, the only rider to beat Marquez to the title during the latter's purple patch in the 2010s, had joined Ducati in 2017 after splitting from his long-term employer Yamaha.
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Miller “disappointed for everybody” after frustrating two-year stint at KTM
Jack Miller says he is “disappointed” for himself and KTM after ending a frustrating tenure with the Austrian manufacturer last month.
Having previously been a race winner with both Honda and Ducati, Miller joined KTM in 2023 with a long-term view at building its MotoGP programme.
Although he tasted some early podium success in both sprint races and grands prix, the Australian was ...Keep reading
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Vinales wanted Aprilia to continue with 2023 bike in MotoGP this year
Maverick Vinales has revealed he asked Aprilia to introduce only incremental updates to its MotoGP contender in 2024 instead of instigating a major overhaul.
The Noale-based brand debuted a heavily-revised version of the RS-GP at the start of the year with an increased focus on aerodynamics as it set about closing the gap to Ducati and KTM.
The strategy appeared to pay dividends when Vinales ...Keep reading
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Editor's Blog: Happy Holidays, Raising Funds, And See You In January
Editor's Blog: Happy Holidays, Raising Funds, And See You In January
It's that time again, when the motorcycle racing world slows down and, in Europe and the US at least, everyone involved takes some time off to celebrate the holiday season.
David Emmett Sat, 21/Dec/2024 - 13:21
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Creditors put pressure on KTM to withdraw from MotoGP
KTM has reiterated that it is committed to competing in MotoGP despite pressure from creditors to withdraw to save cash.
The flagship brand of Pierer Mobility Group underlined its future in the championship is not under threat after an agency responsible for handling its debts issued comments to the contrary on Friday.
In a report after a first meeting between KTM and its creditors at the ...Keep reading
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Jerez WorldSBK Test Round Up: Lessons Learned Despite The Rain
Jerez WorldSBK Test Round Up: Lessons Learned Despite The Rain
In four weeks time the lights will go out at Phillip Island and the 2025 WorldSBK season will start. The campaign is already underway, as WorldSBK is in the middle of the Iberian Winter Test season. Two days at Jerez followed by two days at Portimao are ideal for getting ready for the new season. Four days of running will be complimented by two days of testing in Australia before the first race of the season.
It’s hard to find a better way to prepare for the year. The south of Spain offers the promise of good weather and the Algarve almost guarantees it. These winter sun destinations are popular tourist traps at the time of year. What could go wrong?
Quite a bit it seems. Two days of rain-interrupted testing saw the value of the Jerez days questioned by teams. WorldSBK regulations limit teams to just ten days of testing throughout the season for their race riders. Was it better to get track time now to be ready for Australia or to save the days for later in the year? The majority of teams opted to sit it out. The expense of travelling to Jerez was balanced by the value of running.
Steve English Mon, 27/Jan/2025 - 16:26
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Alpine To Become New 'Main Partner' For Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team
Alpine To Become New 'Main Partner' For Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team
French sports car maker Alpine is to join with the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP team to become 'main sponsor'. Though details of the exact role Alpine will play remain vague, the press release issued by Prima Pramac suggest that Alpine will be working with Pramac to improve performance. Given Pramac is embarking on a new partnership with Yamaha in 2025, that could be an important link up.
David Emmett Mon, 27/Jan/2025 - 13:00
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Alpine becomes Pramac's main partner in MotoGP
Alpine has confirmed it will team up with the Pramac MotoGP squad for the 2025 season, becoming the Italian outfit’s "main partner".
As revealed by Autosport in December last year, the French marque will join forces with Pramac which won the 2024 MotoGP riders' championship with Jorge Martin. It meant that Pramac became the first independent team to achieve the feat since 2001 ...Keep reading
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Bagnaia vs Marquez: Can Ducati Make Their Dream Team Work?
Bagnaia vs Marquez: Can Ducati Make Their Dream Team Work?
In the second half of the Ducati Lenovo MotoGP team presentation, the host, Barbara Pedrotti, asked Ducati test rider Michele Pirro how he would sum up the Bologna factory's 2025 MotoGP project in a single word. Pirro chose the phrase "Dream Team", which prompted Pedrotti to give him a pass for ignoring the set criteria as, she said, he had said the phrase quickly enough for it to be a single word.
In the context of MotoGP in 2025, the pairing of Pecco Bagnaia and Marc Márquez certainly qualifies as a dream team. The rider who finally brought the riders championship back to Ducati after 15 years, then followed it up with another and came close to making it three in a row, paired with the greatest rider of his generation, and possibly of all time. As team manager Davide Tardozzi pointed out, they have 11 titles between them.
David Emmett Sun, 26/Jan/2025 - 15:54
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The parallel challenges facing Ferrari and Ducati in 2025
A day before Lewis Hamilton’s fanfare at Ferrari, Ducati held a special event at the Italian ski resort Madonna di Campiglio in which it unveiled its latest acquisition Marc Marquez.
There are undoubtable parallels between the six-time MotoGP world champion and the seven-time F1 world champion as they turn to Italian teams in the hope of landing their next title.
While Ducati comfortably ...Keep reading
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Bagnaia certain Ducati team-mate Marquez will be his main rival for 2025 MotoGP title
Francesco Bagnaia is convinced that Marc Marquez will pose the biggest challenge in his pursuit of a third MotoGP title in 2025.
Bagnaia and Marquez will team up at the factory Ducati team this year, with the latter having been signed by the squad to replace Tech3-bound Enea Bastianini.
Although Marquez has made it clear that he has to target the title in his first season with the team, he ...Keep reading
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KTM's €2.4 Billion Debts 'Largest Bankruptcy In Upper Austria', 23 Investors Found
KTM's €2.4 Billion Debts 'Largest Bankruptcy In Upper Austria', 23 Investors Found
The hearing to present the current status of the insolvency proceedings around KTM and its subsidiaries revealed that the companies have nearly €2.4 billion of collective debt. But that Pierer Mobility is in talks with 23 investors to save the company. The hearing established that there are grounds to believe that KTM will be saved as a going concern, and will be able to repay the statutory minimum 30% of debts owed to creditors within the 2 year time period required by Austrian law.
But the scale of KTM's financial problems are huge. "The insolvency proceedings of the KTM group is the largest bankruptcy ever filed in Upper Austria," according to Petra Wögerbauer of KSV1870, the credit protection agency managing creditors' claims. Upper Austria is the federal state of Austria where KTM's Mattighofen headquarters are located.
David Emmett Fri, 24/Jan/2025 - 17:27
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Honda needs to gain half a second over winter in MotoGP, reckons Marini
Honda must find another half a second during the winter break in order to be competitive in MotoGP next year, according to factory rider Luca Marini.
The Japanese manufacturer endured another disastrous campaign in MotoGP this year with the troublesome RC213V, ending up at the bottom of the standings behind Yamaha.
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OPINION: Once More With Gusto - No, BMW Aren't Going To Race In MotoGP
OPINION: Once More With Gusto - No, BMW Aren't Going To Race In MotoGP
As the KTM saga rumbles on, it churns up an incredible amount of speculation and rumor in its wake. And as sure as bears performing their ablutions in the outdoors, the name of BMW pops up as a potential candidate to take over KTM's spot on the MotoGP grid.
I realize I am offering a giant hostage to fortune here, but I can confidently predict this will not happen. I have already written two pieces this year explaining why I do not believe BMW will enter MotoGP, but KTM's insolvency means more people asking me whether BMW are set to take their place. The answer, I still believe, is no.
The good news
But first, a quick update on the situation around KTM. Gerald Dirnbeck at Motorsport-Total quotes Austrian newspaper Der Standard, who have a report on the latest developments.
The good news for the people working at KTM is that their December salaries will be paid as promised. The good news for the company is that the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), in a report commission by KTM for their insolvency proceedings, sees plenty of potential for KTM's motorcycle manufacturing arm. They report that they expect to see annual growth of more than 10% in what they describe as KTM's 'core markets', and stable growth of 3.5% in the off-road segment, where KTM is the undisputed market leader with a market share of between 40% and 60%.
David Emmett Sun, 29/Dec/2024 - 18:09
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Vinales: If Yamaha had listened to me, I would already be MotoGP champion
Maverick Vinales believes he would have already won a title in MotoGP if Yamaha had followed his advice in the early years of their partnership.
Vinales was selected to replace three-time champion Jorge Lorenzo at Yamaha in 2017, having impressed the squad in junior classes and during his two seasons in MotoGP with Suzuki.
The Spaniard made a storming start on the M1 with the Iwata-based ...Keep reading
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MotoGP needs to "go to another level" to attract big sponsors - Aprilia
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola believes MotoGP must be more "aspirational" in order to attract new and bigger sponsors to the championship.
Rivola joined Aprilia's management structure for the 2019 season after a long tenure at Ferrari in Formula 1, where he held the position of sporting director from 2009-2016 before taking charge of its driver development programme.
The Italian's move ...Keep reading
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2024 concessions didn’t improve Honda’s MotoGP results, admits Mir
Factory HRC rider Joan Mir feels concessions brought no notable improvement in results for Honda in MotoGP this year.
MotoGP revamped its concession system in 2024 to help Honda and Yamaha close the gap to European manufacturers, with the two fallen Japanese giants having slipped away considerably from competition the previous year.
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Tardozzi told Bagnaia to ‘stop being a gentleman’ in MotoGP 2024
Ducati team manager Davide Tardozzi instructed Francesco Bagnaia to ‘stop being a gentleman’ during the 2024 MotoGP season, a new documentary released by the Italian manufacturer has revealed.
Despite being on the back foot for almost the entire year, Bagnaia continued to show respect to Pramac rival Jorge Martin in the title run-in, with the two never trading blows on track or engaging in ...Keep reading
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Fernandez “angry” after 2024 season but vows to be back in MotoGP
Outgoing Tech3 rider Augusto Fernandez has revealed he is “angry” as a poor 2024 season led to him losing his MotoGP seat - but is confident he can make a comeback in the future.
Fernandez struggled for speed in his sophomore campaign with KTM’s satellite squad, finishing 20th out of 22 full season riders with just 27 points scored.
It marked a notable drop in performance compared to ...Keep reading
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KTM Deny Plan To Pull Out Of MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3 - UPDATED
KTM Deny Plan To Pull Out Of MotoGP, Moto2, Moto3 - UPDATED
According to the report from the AKV agency on KTM's insolvency hearing held in Ried im Innkreis today, as one of the proposed cost-cutting measures, KTM is to withdraw from MotoGP, Moto2, and Moto3. Among the measures to be taken are the following:
Um Kosten zu reduzieren, ist der Ausstieg aus MotoGP Moto3/Moto2 geplant.
Translation: To reduce costs, a withdrawal from MotoGP, Moto3/Moto2 is planned.
It is worth pointing out that a timeframe for a planned withdrawal is not mentioned.
The AKV is the agency charged with handling the debts owed by KTM to its creditors, and was represented in court at the insolvency proceedings.
David Emmett Fri, 20/Dec/2024 - 13:04
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