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Ducati “in no hurry” to re-sign Bagnaia beyond MotoGP 2024
In 2022, the Italian rider ended Ducati’s 15-year title drought by winning the championship over Yamaha’s Fabio Quartararo, giving Ducati their first title victory since 2007. Following his championship win, Bagnaia successfully defended his title in 2023, narrowly beating Ducati rival Jorge Martin at the final round of the season. With his contract up at the end of the season, Bagnaia is a key figure in the 2025 rider market, although a departure from Ducati seems unlikely. Team manager Davide Tardozzi shared that negotiations for Bagnaia’s contract extension are ongoing, with both parties eager to continue their partnership, aiming to finalize the deal without rushing. As the 2024 MotoGP season approaches, Ducati’s roster is filled with talented riders vying for a factory team seat in 2025, adding intrigue to the upcoming season.
