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Pedro Acosta not relenting on KTM MotoGP expectations: ‘They’ve had 12 days to improve’
Ahead of the MotoGP Aragon Grand Prix, Pedro Acosta’s patience with KTM is tested, as he believes 12 days since the last round is ample time to make improvements. The 21-year-old is not content with KTM’s current competitiveness and urges the manufacturer to progress swiftly. Despite a challenging race at Silverstone, where he finished sixth from 14th, Acosta finds himself in ninth place in the standings, 43 points behind last season. An in-season test is scheduled post-Aragon, and Acosta’s expectations for advancement with the RC16 are high. His assertive stance with KTM in the media coincides with speculation about his future, including rumors of departing the brand in 2026. Acosta’s emphasis on the necessity of enhancing qualifying performance reflects his determination to achieve better results and overcome current challenges.
