P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pedro Acosta has outlined who he feels is KTM’s reference rider after pre-season testing
Pedro Acosta believes Brad Binder is the fastest KTM rider for the 2026 MotoGP season and is using him as a benchmark for comparison. Acosta finished pre-season testing as the leading KTM rider, maintaining his strong performance from the previous season. In contrast, Brad Binder struggled last season, failing to achieve a podium and lagging behind Acosta in points. Despite a slow start in pre-season testing, Binder made significant setup changes that improved his performance and boosted his confidence. Acosta acknowledges Binder as the reference rider at KTM and values comparing himself to the fastest riders for improvement. Both riders are focused on fine-tuning their bikes for the upcoming Thai Grand Prix after making adjustments during testing.
