Acosta, comments regarding the Ducati change: What I was looking for was exactly this

Pedro Acosta expressed his satisfaction with Ducati's decision that Marc Marquez will pilot KTM in the future, during the press conference before the Assen GP. At the same time, acknowledging the impact of technical malfunctions on points, Acosta emphasized the superiority of his current bikes while clearly stating his career goal for the upcoming season.

Pedro Acosta drew attention at the press conference before the Assen Grand Prix. Following Ducati's official confirmation that Marc Marquez will take over the KTM piloting duties in the 2027 and 2028 seasons, Acosta expressed his joy regarding this development. Acosta stated that this decision represents a goal he has been seeking in his career, saying, "I am truly happy about this announcement." He also pointed out a goal he still needs to achieve for the season with his current KTM bikes: "This is perhaps the victory I have been looking for in my career."

Technical Issues and KTM's Responsibility

The technical malfunctions experienced in Brno last week caused Acosta to lose points. In response to these incidents, Acosta expressed difficulty in understanding what the technical problems were:

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I faced a different problem every day.

He stressed that technical responsibility lies with the manufacturer, emphasizing that KTM must urgently provide a solution. However, he stated that they do not expect a quick fix and that they need to focus on achieving the best performance with their current equipment. Acosta said, "We need to see where we are in terms of performance before the summer break.

New Prototype and Future Collaborations

Acosta had the opportunity to test the new 850cc prototype before the Assen Race. He expressed his confidence that this new machine would be interesting for both himself and the fans, stating that the show would never fade away. Furthermore, he confirmed a significant performance difference when compared to his current bikes: "Our current bikes are much stronger, so it feels like a completely different class." Acosta was satisfied with these technical assessments, noting that the initial impressions were generally positive.

Regarding future collaborations, he was very excited about the potential partnership with Marc Marquez. Acosta emphasized that working with Marquez is an honor:

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Sharing something with Marc is an honor for me.

The rider expressed his desire to take advantage of this opportunity to learn from Marquez, who is nearing the end of his career, stressing that he wants to benefit from Marquez's experience in race management and handling pressure: "He has won nine championships; he has enough experience. Maybe he can share some things with me.