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Ducati’s “new history” in MotoGP began in 2015 – Tardozzi
Ducati, the Italian manufacturer, has achieved back-to-back riders’ titles in MotoGP with Francesco Bagnaia in 2022 and 2023, marking a historic achievement for the company. In 2023, Ducati had an exceptional season, earning 43 podium finishes and 17 grand prix victories across its eight riders. Besides the riders’ titles, Ducati also secured the constructors’ crown and teams’ title with Pramac. This success comes after a 15-year gap between Ducati’s first title in 2007, won by Casey Stoner, and their recent victories. The team’s general manager, Gigi Dall’Igna, and the development of a new bike in 2015 have played crucial roles in Ducati’s resurgence in MotoGP. Tardozzi, the team manager, emphasized the continuous evolution of the bike and the pride they feel in having eight competitive riders. Ducati’s strong competition and the fear of their rivals finding a faster solution have driven the team to keep improving. In 2023, six of their eight riders tasted victory, and all of them reached the podium at least once throughout the season.
