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Fernandez grateful for KTM MotoGP support despite “not showing anything”
The 2022 Moto2 world champion struggled in his rookie MotoGP season but earned a stay with Tech3 over Pol Espargaro. Despite riding a factory-supported KTM with a new carbon fiber chassis, Fernandez has found the 2024 RC16 too soft compared to his previous frame. Although finishing 11th in Portugal, he was significantly behind rookie teammate Pedro Acosta. Fernandez acknowledges the support from KTM and aims to repay them with better results. He sees Acosta as a strong reference point for learning and improvement. Making progress in finding a better setup in Portugal, Fernandez aims for stability and improvement in future races, considering a potential switch to his 2023 chassis if needed.
