P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Aprilia’s double victory at the Australian Grand Prix continues to strengthen its case as a legitimate Ducati threat, as its Italian rival experienced a crushing sprint first in the absence of its dominator Marc Marquez. As Pecco Bagnaia’s problems rage on, Marquez’s bargaining position for a new deal beyond 2026 has improved greatly…
The dominance of Marc Marquez in 2025, winning his seventh MotoGP world title, has been overshadowed by his absence due to a complicated shoulder injury and Pecco Bagnaia’s underwhelming performance. Ducati’s campaign, featuring a combined nine MotoGP world titles, took a nosedive since Bagnaia’s victory at Motegi, raising questions on the team’s transparency and bike setup. Despite Ducati’s efforts to improve Bagnaia’s performance, he struggled at the Australian Grand Prix, finishing far off the pace and crashing during the race. The lack of clarity on the situation has led to frustration, both publicly and behind the scenes, as Ducati tries to understand the issues plaguing its team. Overall, the 2025 season has been a challenging one for Ducati, with unexpected obstacles testing their championship aspirations.
