MotoGP CEO Claudio Domenicali has high expectations for Pedro Acosta: "He's a rider with whom we can write a new chapter."

Pedro Acosta will therefore be an official Ducati rider from next year Claudio Domenicali, the brand's CEO, who undoubtedly had a say in this signing, is delighted. With this choice, the Borgo Panigale firm will therefore not field an Italian rider in its factory team, a first since 2010, when Casey Stoner and Nicky Hayden shared the red garage. The mere idea of ​​a Marquez/Acosta duo, two of the most talented riders in the world, is bound to send shivers down the spines of the competition… and that's certainly not unwelcome news for Ducati's CEO.

Claudio Domenicali spoke following the validation of this transfer. “Pedro is undoubtedly one of the most talented young riders in the MotoGP paddock. At just 22 years old, he is the kind of rider with whom we can write an exciting new chapter.” we read on crash.netThat already puts pressure on the young Spaniard.

 

 

Claudio Domenicali himself has long been interested in Pedro Acosta. He has been on his radar for several years. “We have always appreciated him and have been following him for some time, both for his on-track performances and for his straightforward and relaxed personality, which we are sure, will charm the Ducatists once he is dressed in red » he added.

Without making a fuss, and once again, Ducati will field a true superteam, with two riders capable of winning races, or even competing for a world championship. « We believe that alongside Marc, he represents the ideal complement to a team which, building on its history and the results achieved in recent years, wishes to continue to play a leading role in the future and remain a source of admiration, respect and support for Ducati fans worldwide. » he concluded.

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