P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Nicolo Bulega’s MotoGP debut seemed to be off the cards from Alex Lowes’ perspective after the Italian’s Jerez test.
Alex Lowes initially doubted Nicolo Bulega’s readiness for his MotoGP debut in 2025 following a test in Jerez. Nonetheless, Bulega went on to compete in the final two rounds of the 2025 MotoGP season and the post-season test in Valencia after finishing second in the World Superbike standings. Lowes expressed concerns about Bulega having limited laps to adjust to MotoGP mid-season, highlighting the competitiveness and lack of room for error in the championship. He emphasized the challenges Bulega faced entering mid-season without extensive testing and the pressure to perform immediately. Despite reservations, Lowes acknowledged Bulega’s talent and believed he could succeed given more time to adapt to the MotoGP bike. Looking ahead, Lowes speculated that Bulega might postpone his full MotoGP debut until 2026, considering his upcoming testing role with Ducati for the next season.
