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One KTM rider struggled hugely in qualifying and sprints during the 2025 season
Enea Bastianini, a MotoGP rider for Tech3, finds it challenging to use the soft rear tyre on his KTM bike, despite his successful past on Ducati machinery.
Since joining KTM for the 2025 season, Bastianini has faced difficulties adapting to the RC16, especially with the soft rubber.
Qualifying has been a struggle for him, with limited Q2 appearances and top 10 finishes throughout the season.
Notably, better qualifying results have led to his strongest performances, like a podium at Brno and third place in the Catalan Grand Prix.
Despite these challenges, Bastianini remains optimistic, acknowledging the need to reset during the off-season and improve for the next year.
