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Francesco Bagnaia backed for MotoGP rebound but Marc Marquez “priority” for 2027.
Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali is confident that Francesco Bagnaia will bounce back from his challenging 2025 MotoGP season and show his true potential. Despite struggling to compete in the championship race last year, Bagnaia’s determination and efforts have impressed the Ducati team.
Domenicali acknowledged Bagnaia’s early season troubles with bike issues but noted his improvement towards the end of the year. He believes Bagnaia will be more competitive during the upcoming winter tests and the following season.
The Italian motorcycle company’s focus remains on securing Marc Marquez’s contract extension before addressing Bagnaia’s future. Domenicali stressed that resolving Marquez’s deal is their primary concern at the moment.
Ducati aims to continue its dominance in MotoGP, pursuing a fifth consecutive riders’ championship in 2026 before the series transitions to 850cc engines in 2027. The team is optimistic about their prospects and is keen on maintaining their winning streak.
