“We’re eagerly anticipating witnessing a talent of [Acosta’s] caliber express himself on the unique circuit of Portimao, where he claimed victory last season in Moto2.” Following his impressive MotoGP debut in Qatar, highlighted by a daring overtake on Marc Marquez for fourth place during the race, GASGAS Tech3 is eagerly anticipating seeing rookie Pedro Acosta…
“Only Fabio and Aprilia hold the answer, leaving us to wonder.” Aprilia rider Aleix Espargaro revealed that Aprilia informed him they never extended an offer to Fabio Quartararo. Quartararo’s decision to renew his contract with Yamaha for another two years is a pivotal development in the 2025 rider market. Reportedly becoming the highest-paid MotoGP rider…
Two-time WorldSBK champion Alvaro Bautista asserts that Nicolo Bulega was meant to be the next prominent Italian rider following Valentino Rossi. Alvaro Bautista kicked off his 2024 WorldSBK season a weekend later than anticipated, securing his first WorldSBK victory in the sixth race of the season. Bautista failed to secure a win at Phillip Island,…
Francesco Bagnaia, the reigning double MotoGP champion, prolongs Ducati contract. Ahead of the Qatar MotoGP season opener this weekend, Ducati has announced that reigning double champion Francesco Bagnaia has inked a new two-year contract. The anticipated agreement ensures that the Italian rider, who made his MotoGP debut with Pramac Ducati in 2019, will continue aboard…
Pedro Acosta’s name has quickly become a staple in MotoGP. At Red Bull GasGas Tech3, he has swiftly established himself as a podium contender in his debut season, astonishing many with his talent and unique riding style. Pol Espargaró is convinced of the young rider’s exceptional abilities, currently holding fifth place in the World Championship….
“Aprilia’s Maverick Vinales extends his incredible resurgence since Qatar with another Sprint win at COTA.” Due to the somewhat ambiguous nature of a Sprint race, Maverick Vinales will not be officially credited with a MotoGP victory at COTA on Saturday. Despite barely making it into the top ten at the Qatar opener, his second win…
Riders embrace the updated minimum michelin front tire pressure of 1.8 bar for the 2024 MotoGP season. “The new lower Michelin front tire pressure, reducing by just 0.08 bar or 1.16 psi, has received a ‘warm’ reception from MotoGP riders. Last season, riders were mandated to keep their front tire pressure above 1.88 bar for…
“Fabio Quartararo Talks About Aprilia, Reportedly Offered a Deal Which He Turned Down” “Fabio Quartararo Opens Up About Aprilia’s Interest and His Decision” Fabio Quartararo recently discussed Aprilia’s pursuit of him in the MotoGP circuit. Having reportedly turned down a €4 million per year offer from Aprilia, Quartararo opted to renew his contract with Yamaha,…
Jorge Martin Discusses Potential Influence of Fermin Aldeguer’s Ducati Arrival on His 2025 Aspirations Jorge Martin has observed Ducati secure a highly-touted new rider – unfortunately, it wasn’t him inking the contract. Pramac rider Martin has been vocal about his desire for a promotion to the factory Ducati team in 2025. However, Ducati has chosen…
Aleix Espargaro of Aprilia made a decisive move, overtaking both Marc Marquez and Francesco Bagnaia, as he narrowed the gap to just 0.729 seconds from claiming victory in the Qatar MotoGP Sprint. Aleix Espargaro achieved his best-ever start to a MotoGP season with a podium finish in Saturday’s Qatar Sprint. Despite a less than stellar…
