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Pedro Acosta finished second in the Valencia sprint after a brave start
KTM’s Pedro Acosta used a bold strategy of attacking from the start in the MotoGP Valencia Grand Prix sprint, displaying his determination to move up to second place.
Despite qualifying fifth and facing setbacks, the 21-year-old rider managed to make impressive moves early in the race, securing a podium position and challenging the leaders.
Acosta’s fearless riding style, characterized by what he called “big balls,” allowed him to chase down the frontrunners and briefly lead the race alongside eventual winner Alex Marquez.
Although a small mistake cost Acosta valuable time, he remained optimistic about the race and recognized the challenges posed by tire preservation on the KTM.
Looking ahead to the upcoming grand prix, Acosta is hopeful that a change to medium tires could improve his performance and address the traction issues that have plagued the team.
While Acosta aims to end his winless streak, he remains focused on consistency and continuous improvement, emphasizing the importance of gaining experience and learning from each race.
