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Pol Espargaro failed a proposal which would have shaken WorldSBK rider market
Pol Espargaro reportedly tried and failed to secure a permanent ride in the World Superbike Championship. Aruba.it Ducati announced the replacement of Alvaro Bautista with Honda rider Iker Lecuona for the upcoming season. Nicolo Bulega, the team’s top rider, is set to be part of the 2026 WorldSBK rider line-up. Espargaro suggested partnering with Bulega, but the opportunity slipped away as Ducati chose a younger Spanish rider. Despite setbacks, Espargaro remains determined not to retire and continues to pursue his passion for racing.
