Speedweek MotoGP30 September 2026

Team KTM Showed Good Performance in MotoGP Test

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For the MotoGP season, in the scope of preparatory tests, the team's rider Senna Agius attracted attention with his test ride in the Red Bull Ring. Australia carried out these tests in preparation for the MotoGP season.

The Rider's First Impression

Senna Agius experienced his first time in the MotoGP class. The motorcycle used during the rider's adaptation process is a suitable 1000cc KTM model. On the first day of the test, it was stated that Agius used this motorcycle in preparation for the race.

The Mentor's Assessment

The rider's mentor, Chaz Davies, evaluated Agius's first day. Davies stated that Agius's first day went well. Davies emphasized that Agius's first day was an experience involving all stakeholders. Davies expressed that Agius's professionalism and feedback were praised.

The day went very well. It was a dream of a first day. He met all the stakeholders for the first time. Many more people were involved than in his previous projects. Everyone highly praised his work, his feedback, and his professionalism in the pit lane.

Performance Assessment

While evaluating Agius's ride, Chaz Davies stated that the rider's performance was impressive. Davies indicated that Agius positioned himself in the middle of the pack. He stressed that no changes were made to the motorcycle, and the main goal was to familiarize the rider with MotoGP.

He performed really well. It was his first day on the motorcycle. He managed to hold his position in the middle of the field. That was impressive. Nothing was changed on the motorcycle. It was just about getting him acquainted with MotoGP.

The Importance of Experience

Davies, a former Superbike rider, had previously stated that Agius's size and riding style would yield better results on a more powerful bike. The first trial supported this view. Davies said that this first day was a very promising start for MotoGP. However, he expressed that many things could change between these tests and the Valencia tests, and the pressure will increase next year, indicating that the first impression was good.

Yes, but it was only the first day and we are talking about MotoGP. But it was a very promising start. What I thought was confirmed. Of course, one should not become euphoric at this point. Many things will change between this test and the test in Valencia. Then the pressure will increase next year. That can change something. But overall, the first taste was very good.

What was said:

Chaz Davies: "The day went very well. It was a dream of a first day. He met all the stakeholders for the first time. Many more people were involved than in his previous projects. Everyone highly praised his work, his feedback, and his professionalism in the pit lane."
Chaz Davies: "He performed really well. It was his first day on the motorcycle. He managed to hold his position in the middle of the field. That was impressive. Nothing was changed on the motorcycle. It was just about getting him acquainted with MotoGP."
Chaz Davies: "Yes, but it was only the first day and we are talking about MotoGP. But it was a very promising start. What I thought was confirmed. Of course, one should not become euphoric at this point. Many things will change between this test and the test in Valencia. Then the pressure will increase next year. That can change something. But overall, the first taste was very good."

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