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Bagnaia: New Ducati MotoGP deal “important” to focus on 2024 title defence
At the season-opening Qatar Grand Prix, Ducati extended Bagnaia’s contract for two more years beyond 2024. This move was crucial for Ducati due to the upcoming rider market chaos in 2025. Bagnaia stated that the contract renewal was relatively easy, initiated through discussions since last year. He expressed confidence in his team and the competitiveness of the new bike after topping pre-season tests. Securing the deal early allows him to focus solely on achieving results without distractions. Bagnaia’s renewal aligns him with other riders like Brad Binder, Johann Zarco, and Luca Marini contracted beyond 2024. The battle for the second Ducati seat is expected to be intense among contenders like Bastianini, Martin, Bezzecchi, and Marquez.
