P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Ducati’s 2024 MotoGP aero direction is pleasing Pecco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini but not Jorge Martin. And it’s not the only fresh hint that Martin might prefer to look elsewhere for 2025
Although it is still early in the MotoGP test season, Ducati’s development direction is raising doubts about Jorge Martin’s future with the team, indicating a potential focus on Pecco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini. It is possible that Ducati may not offer Martin a seat for the 2023 season, prompting him to look elsewhere. Agreement on Bagnaia’s contract extension is expected before the Qatar Grand Prix, possibly providing further clarity on Ducati’s plans. The new aerodynamics package being tested in Sepang appears to better suit Bagnaia and Bastianini’s riding preferences, potentially leaving Martin at a disadvantage. Martin is eager to make a decision on the new aero configuration due to homologation rules, but there’s a possibility he will continue with the 2023 aero instead.
