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Pedrosa gets Jerez MotoGP wildcard for KTM, Espargaro in at Mugello
Pedrosa, who retired in 2018, returned for two wildcards in 2023 with KTM, finishing impressively at Jerez and Misano. KTM had everything ready for Pedrosa’s wildcard in Jerez, waiting for his approval. Pedrosa expressed excitement for racing at Jerez again and using it as a reference for tests and competition in 2024. Espargaro will return to MotoGP at the Italian GP in June after becoming a test rider, feeling like his “old self” after a serious accident in 2023. KTM has a limit of six wildcards in 2024, allowing for Espargaro and Pedrosa to potentially make four more race appearances. Yamaha, Honda, and Aprilia can also field six wildcards, while Ducati is not permitted any.
