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Enea Bastianini’s difficult 2025 season got even tougher after a key personnel change
Enea Bastianini’s mid-season change of crew chief in 2025 had a negative impact on his performance, as stated by Tech3 MotoGP team manager Nicolas Goyon, hindering his results.
Bastianini, a seven-time MotoGP race winner, faced difficulties adapting to KTM machinery after switching to Tech3 team, struggling to match his previous Ducati consistency.
Despite a brief improvement at the Czech and Catalan Grand Prix, Bastianini’s form declined after crew chief Alberto Giribuola’s departure.
The crew chief change significantly affected Bastianini, leading to a decrease in results beyond Tech3’s expectations.
Giribuola’s departure highlighted the key role crew chiefs play, not only on the technical side but also as a source of confidence and support for riders.
