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Nicolo Bulega thinks it’s “too early” to make a verdict on the new Ducati Panigale V4 R in WorldSBK.
Nicolo Bulega believes it is too early to make conclusions about the performance of the WorldSBK Ducati Panigale V4 R due to the lack of dry running in preseason testing.
Although Bulega was fastest on the final days of the Portimao and Jerez tests, limited dry mileage for everyone makes it challenging to determine if the new bike is a significant improvement over the previous generation.
Bulega emphasized the new model’s excellence but stressed the need for more track time to assess its full potential accurately.
Anticipating the season ahead, he aims to continue his success from the previous year at Phillip Island, although he is unsure if he is the favorite for the 2026 title.
Despite uncertainties, Bulega focuses on staying prepared and competitive in every race, acknowledging the evolving field and the challenges that come with it.
