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Nicolo Bulega insists he will not dominate this weekend’s Australian WorldSBK, instead expecting a “big group”.
Nicolo Bulega anticipates a fierce competition for race victories at the Australian World Superbike round, as he expects a significant number of riders with great potential to be in contention.
Despite Bulega’s past successes at Phillip Island, winning four out of six races, he believes this year will be more challenging due to the impressive performance shown by other riders during the recent test session.
Acknowledging the strong competition, Bulega highlighted the need to adapt to the new Ducati Panigale V4 R, which presents both exciting features and areas requiring further understanding.
The Italian rider praised the improvements in the new bike, particularly noting the enhanced stability and control provided by the swingarm, which allows for better braking and smoother exits from corners.
Meanwhile, Bulega’s teammate, Iker Lecuona, expressed his enthusiasm for the new season as he embarks on his first race as a factory Ducati rider, emphasizing the positive atmosphere within the team and his confidence in the competitive potential of the Panigale.
Lecuona emphasized his readiness to make the most of the opportunity at Ducati, aiming to leverage the team’s support and the improved bike to contend for the championship title, a goal that was not previously within reach for him.
