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Binder: Ducati "has a couple of percent in pocket" to use over MotoGP rivals
KTM’s Brad Binder has shown strong performance at the start of the 2024 season, continuing his podium-contending form from the end of last year. Last weekend in Qatar, he finished as the runner-up in both the sprint and grand prix events, expressing satisfaction with KTM’s progress over the weekend. Despite feeling close to victory, Binder acknowledged that Ducati’s factory riders seemed to have an extra edge in terms of pace. Binder, who last won a grand prix in 2021, is eager to push for another victory with the support of his team. With his current second place standing in the championship, Binder is optimistic about his chances heading into the Portuguese GP this weekend.
