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Ducati believes new MotoGP upgrades will help it ‘battle more consistently’ with Aprilia
Ducati is confident that the upgrades from the Jerez MotoGP test will help them compete with Aprilia.
Aprilia has been dominant in the premier class since the end of 2025, with Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin leading the championship standings.
At the Jerez test, Ducati focused on aerodynamics to increase downforce in high-speed corners to match Aprilia’s performance.
Team manager Davide Tardozzi acknowledged the need for improved aerodynamics to keep up with Aprilia’s advancements.
Despite Ducati’s restricted development window, Tardozzi believes the upgrades will make them more competitive in the long run.
Although Ducati may still struggle against Aprilia at certain tracks, they are confident in their ability to challenge for victories.
Marc Marquez’s crash at Jerez highlighted the importance of aerodynamic improvements to prevent similar incidents in the future.
