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Getting Marc Marquez to agree to a 2025 Pramac seat might solve Ducati’s rider conundrum. But it’s not straightforward
With MotoGP currently in the midst of a competitive rider market focused on Ducati’s factory team and Pramac, many speculate on Pramac’s fate, whether it’ll retain its current lineup or switch to Yamaha in 2025. Ducati is positioning itself strategically, possibly using Marc Marquez as a bargaining chip to address team complications. The Ducati conundrum involves various scenarios, including potential rider transfers among Jorge Martin, Enea Bastianini, and Marquez. Ducati is keen on retaining its lineup, recognizing the riders’ performances and their individual demands for the upcoming season. Pramac’s potential move to Yamaha might impact Ducati’s team dynamics, prompting Ducati to explore options to retain its lineup and satisfy the interests of its riders and sponsors. Despite Ducati’s efforts, Marquez’s inclination towards Gresini Racing makes a potential switch to Pramac contingent upon a lack of alternatives in the Ducati lineup for the 2025 season.
