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Why Binder is a class above in the KTM MotoGP stable in 2023
At the Buriram race, Brad Binder had another strong performance for KTM, finishing second in both the sprint and grand prix races. However, he was later demoted to third in the grand prix due to exceeding track limits. This marked his fourth podium of the year and sixth top-three finish in the sprint races.
In the 2023 season, Jack Miller, Binder’s teammate, was the only other KTM rider to achieve a podium finish, with a third place at the Spanish GP and two sprint rostrums.
KTM has faced challenges this year, with Miller needing time to adapt to the unconventional RC16 after his move from Ducati. Pol Espargaro, who returned to KTM after two years at Honda, suffered a practice accident in Portugal that resulted in multiple fractures, forcing him to miss several races. Rookie Augusto Fernandez has shown potential but has had a slower learning curve in the MotoGP class.
Binder has been the most consistent performer for KTM, with the team relying heavily on his results. In Thailand, while Binder finished second and was close to the race winner, the next-best KTM was Miller in 16th place.
Pol Espargaro expressed his struggles with the bike, particularly in hot conditions, and felt uncomfortable with the changes made throughout the year. The hardness of the rear tire casing brought by Michelin in Thailand has historically caused issues for KTM riders, except for Binder, who has performed well on it in previous races.
Despite his teammate’s difficulties, Binder has been able to excel on the KTM, currently sitting fourth in the championship standings.
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