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Franco Morbidelli on “unique” VR46 MotoGP talks: “There’s a lot of crap flying around”
Franco Morbidelli described his contract negotiations with VR46 for the 2026 MotoGP season as “unique” and acknowledged the challenges that come with such discussions.
Ahead of the Catalan Grand Prix, VR46 Ducati confirmed Morbidelli’s return for the upcoming season, putting an end to the speculation surrounding Pedro Acosta potentially joining the team.
Having been a part of the VR46 Academy for over a decade, Morbidelli highlighted the special nature of negotiating a new deal with a team he feels close to due to his relationship with Valentino Rossi and Uccio Salucci.
Despite the lighthearted joke about the challenges in negotiations, Morbidelli emphasized the open communication between all parties involved in the talks.
Regarding the Ducati bike spec for 2026, Morbidelli expressed confidence in the brand and its machines, stating that there should be no concerns about riding a Ducati due to its known potential and quality both on and off the track.
