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Pedro Acosta’s double podium at the Czech MotoGP are “extra motivation” for KTM in the second half of the season.
The 2025 MotoGP season was challenging for KTM initially, but Pedro Acosta’s two podium finishes in Czechia provided extra motivation for the team, as stated by Aki Ajo.
Acosta, a rookie in the factory KTM team, faced competition from Maverick Vinales at Tech3 in the beginning, with talks of a possible switch to Ducati for 2026 that faded before the Czech MotoGP.
Acosta’s impressive performances in Brno, securing second in the Sprint and third in the grand prix, marked KTM’s first podium finishes of the season.
Ajo, the Team Manager, emphasized the importance of Acosta’s stability and focus in managing expectations during his second season in MotoGP.
Facing and resolving problems has been a key factor in Acosta’s growth and success according to Ajo, who sees great potential in the young Spanish rider’s development.
