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Martin will get factory Ducati MotoGP seat if he wins championship in Valencia
There have been recent rumors that if Jorge Martin wins the championship, he could be moved up to the factory Ducati squad in 2024 to replace Enea Bastianini. Ducati confirmed this as an option during the Malaysian Grand Prix weekend. However, before the season finale, it was learned that Martin will ride the factory team Ducati in a test as Bagnaia’s teammate if he wins the championship. Martin’s contract with Ducati includes a clause that allows for promotion if he becomes champion. Ducati decided to prioritize Bastianini over Martin when it came to moving up to the factory team, hence the possibility of Martin’s promotion if he wins the championship.