P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Most of Ducati’s six-bike roster – including its usual talisman Marc Marquez – looked all at sea through Friday practice at Mandalika
Friday at the Indonesian Grand Prix saw Ducati, the dominant MotoGP manufacturer, face its worst opening day of practice in recent memory, with only rookie Fermin Aldeguer managing to secure second place amid a disappointing showing from other Ducati riders.
Even Aldeguer’s performance was considered an outlier for Ducati, as the deficit from the top time was significant, signaling a concerning trend for the team.
Riders like Pecco Bagnaia emphasized the need to address issues within the team and understand the struggles faced by all Ducati riders, given the consistent challenges on track.
The unique track conditions at Mandalika added to the complexity, with many riders across different teams noting difficulties in warming up the harder rear tyres, impacting performance across the board.
While Ducati is known for its strength in MotoGP, the Friday session showcased a rare occurrence where the team did not dominate, indicating a potential shift in dynamics on the track.
