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Ex-pupil of Valentino Rossi’s could return to VR46, according to Italian media
Nicolo Bulega, a former protege of Valentino Rossi, is being considered for a potential emotional reunion in Italy. Ducati has taken notice of Bulega’s impressive performances in the World Superbike Championship and is looking to offer him a new contract that includes long-term goals. There are rumors that Bulega could join Rossi’s MotoGP team in 2027, with a new deal that would see him continue racing in WorldSBK in 2026 while also testing MotoGP machinery. Bulega’s experience with Pirelli tyres from WorldSBK could be advantageous as he transitions to MotoGP. Despite his preference to avoid the spotlight, Ducati admires Bulega for his consistent results at the top of the WorldSBK standings. The possibility of Bulega reuniting with Rossi after a decade highlights the evolution of his career from struggling in Moto3 and Moto2 to becoming a competitive force in WorldSBK.
