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The major rule changes scheduled for the 2027 season force motorcycle manufacturers to redesign their bikes from scratch, while racing strategies are also being reshaped. Faced with new challenges for independent teams, the agreement between the Tech3 team and KTM aims to provide a significant advantage by eliminating a critical disadvantage. Experts have confirmed that Tech3 drivers will compete against factory-supported KTMs next season.
Güenther Steiner, who spoke about Tech3's future and racing strategies, emphasized the importance of this deal: "Yes, absolutely. This was one of the things we wanted most in the agreement." This statement clarified Tech3's position in the competition.
Driver Selection and Critical Limits
Although the racing lineup is not yet official, Steiner's plans include adding a reserve driver alongside an experienced rider on the grid. While HRC rider Luca Marini stands out as the strongest candidate for the experienced seat, Intact Moto2 teammates Senna Agius and Manuel Gonzalez are being considered for the reserve seat.
Regarding the reserve drivers, Steiner stressed the importance of continuous pushing: "No, we must continue to push. Standing still will not move you forward."
Speaking about the driver candidates, Steiner stated that both Agius and Gonzalez are top-tier riders. However, he acknowledged the difficulty of making a choice: "Senna Agius and Manuel Gonzalez are my two top choices; everyone already knows they are excellent riders. Therefore, choosing between them is very difficult. Neither of them has a major flaw. Now the real issue is finding which one has more advantages."
Factory Support and the Priority of Advantage
New regulations predict that some teams will be able to take a limited number of factory-supported Ducati bikes, while others will compete with updated machinery. This creates potential difficulties for independent teams. However, Tech3's KTM support overcomes this disadvantage.
Steiner stated that the team's goals are not just to participate in the championship, but to achieve results: "Having the best team is one of the most critical points for us, and we have achieved it."
With four KTM riders, Steiner admitted that some compromises might be necessary. For example, he acknowledged that these sacrifices might be unavoidable when sufficient new parts cannot be produced. Nevertheless, he presented a clear view regarding the advantage of factory motorcycles: "But to me, if one of our bikes is ahead of the factory team's, then the priority of taking that update must be with our rider. We are not there yet, but we are working intensively to reach that point."
This approach shows that Tech3's competitive strategy focuses not only on technical ability but also on the superiority provided by factory support.
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