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“Atmosphere not comfortable” at KTM as they prep crucial rider line-up decision
The manufacturer currently has five riders under contract but only four available bikes due to denied requests for an extra machine and bids to buy a satellite team. It is expected that Augusto Fernandez will be demoted to a test and reserve role to accommodate Pedro Acosta joining the Tech3 GASGAS team alongside Pol Espargaro, and the factory duo of Brad Binder and Jack Miller remain unchanged. The situation regarding the seating issue at KTM is delicate and could potentially end the sporting careers of those affected. There are speculations that Fernandez will be replaced by Acosta, but no official confirmation has been made yet. The possibility of finding alternative roles, such as a tester or brand ambassador, for Jack Miller is being considered. The decision regarding Fernandez’s role will be controversial, given KTM’s track record of releasing rookies after a short period in MotoGP.
Source: Crash
