P1racenews AI automatic summary:
MotoGP promoter Dorna says it has zero intention to place a regulatory limit on the amount of bikes Ducati has on the grid – as rival Yamaha’s bid to add a satellite team looks increasingly likely to come up short yet again
Dorna, the MotoGP promoter, has no plans to impose limits on the number of bikes Ducati can have on the grid, despite Yamaha’s efforts to secure a satellite team falling short. Ducati currently has eight bikes on the 2024 grid, including its factory team and three satellite teams. Yamaha is seeking to expand to four bikes on the grid but faces challenges with existing partners such as Pramac and VR46 staying loyal to Ducati. While Dorna supports Yamaha’s expansion, it will not intervene with regulations to force changes. The prospect of Yamaha acquiring a satellite team would also involve additional financial support from Dorna, viewed as a crucial investment for the championship’s growth. Despite Yamaha’s aspirations, the likelihood of securing a third and fourth Yamaha M1 for 2025 seems low, as Pramac and VR46 have shown strong commitment to Ducati due to their competitive opportunities.
