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Now Ducati’s secured MotoGP world champion Pecco Bagnaia to a longer-term deal, it has a very big decision to make about his team-mate. We run through the pros and cons of the contenders
The 2024 MotoGP season hasn’t started yet, but reigning world champion Pecco Bagnaia has secured another two seasons with Ducati until 2026. The second rider alongside Bagnaia is still uncertain, with contenders like Enea Bastianini from Ducati’s current roster being considered. Bastianini’s past injuries and inconsistent performance raise doubts, despite his strong finish last season. Another option is Jorge Martin, who showed great speed in 2023 but also made several mistakes that cost him points in the championship. Additionally, there’s the possibility of Marc Marquez joining Ducati from Gresini, bringing a significant reputation and talent, but his current fitness level remains a question mark. Ducati faces a challenging decision in finalizing their team lineup for the upcoming seasons.
