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Ducati Lenovo Team Manager Tardozzi: Bagnaia Will Be a Critical Issue for the Upcoming Season
The important decisions and pilot relationships in the MotoGP world are increasing tension ahead of the season. Ducati Lenovo team manager Davide Tardozzi described Pecco Bagnaia, who will be a rival next season, as "a problem for us." This assessment was made while considering Marc Marquez's contract extension, the inclusion of Pedro Acosta in the roster, and the future of his relationship with Bagnaia. Tardozzi shared his observations about these pilots and agreements.
Champions' Contracts and Relationships
MotoGP World Champion Marc Marquez extended his contract with Ducati Lenovo for two more years, agreeing to a deal for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. Among those most satisfied with this new agreement with the nine-time World Champion, Tardozzi was one of them. The Italian manager expressed his satisfaction on this matter:
“We are very happy that Marc will be with us for the next two years. Since the first test in Barcelona, starting from 2024, he has shown us what he is as a person and a rider. It was easy to say we would continue together.”
Tardozzi also made an important statement about the potential of Marquez in the future. He raised concerns regarding the rider's health but emphasized that they never doubted him:
“He was worried about his health, but we never doubted him. He has always been very honest with us and constantly informed us about what he was doing with the medical team in Madrid. We were always informed on this matter.”
The Logic Behind the New Rider Selection
When asked why Pedro Acosta was chosen as Marc Marquez's teammate for the upcoming season, Tardozzi focused on the young Spanish rider's abilities. The main reason for including Acosta in the roster was his past achievements that demonstrated his potential:
“We believe Pedro is one of the most talented young riders in this paddock.”
The Italian manager emphasized the importance of current results by citing Acosta’s progress in his career:
“Looking at what he has achieved in Rookies Cup, Moto3, and Moto2 since the beginning of his career, it is magnificent. It is a shame that he hasn't shown these results in MotoGP yet, but he will.”
Marquez reacted to the decision to include Pedro Acosta by saying:
“When we said we would include Pedro in our roster, he clenched his fist and told us we made the right decision.”
Tardozzi expressed comfort regarding the difficulty of managing two major champions, stating that Pecco Bagnaia is an important part of this strong team:
“I am already managing two major champions, because Pecco is one of them. We are very happy to have this strong team for the next two years.”
Evaluating the Relationship with Bagnaia
Pecco Bagnaia, who will leave Ducati at the end of this season and race for Aprilia next year, is currently under discussion. When asked whether now is the right time for him to leave after a nine-year career, Tardozzi offered a different perspective on the issue. He highlighted the rider's speed and friendship:
“We built a personal relationship with Pecco over the last nine years. It will be fun to see him as a rival next year. We know that Pecco will be a ‘problem’ for us. He is a very fast rider.”
However, he stressed that the commitment to Bagnaia is in the heart:
“Ultimately, we will always keep him in our hearts. He has been a two-time World Champion and a two-time runner-up for us. Together, he has achieved 31 Grand Prix victories and 63 podiums. He is the Ducati rider with the most victories. But Pecco is not just a good and talented rider for Ducati; he is also a very good friend. That will be the case in the future too.”
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