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Pedro Acosta explains Barcelona MotoGP tyre gamble that led to “suffering”
KTM’s Pedro Acosta made a bold decision to use the soft rear tyre in the MotoGP Catalan Grand Prix due to not feeling comfortable on the medium tyre throughout the weekend. Despite most riders opting for the medium, Acosta’s gamble paid off as he briefly ran third before finishing in fourth place. This strategy was reminiscent of his previous success at Balaton Park where he climbed from seventh to second using a similar approach. The fourth-place finish in Barcelona, along with Acosta’s consistency, has KTM in a strong position in the constructors’ championship, just two points behind Aprilia. Currently sitting fifth in the riders’ standings, Acosta is within striking distance of fourth place, held by Marco Bezzecchi. The young rider remains optimistic and looks forward to the challenges that Misano will bring in the upcoming races.
