Dani Pedrosa has given a candid analysis of KTM's MotoGP season and young prodigy Pedro Acosta. The rising star of Spanish motorcycling is going through an intense learning curve in the premier class, and Pedrosa, as a key figure in KTM's development and mentor, has provided insight into that progression.
Asked what is missing from Acosta to win victories this season, Pedrosa was clear: " what is he missing? We have to help him a little with the bike, that's obvious.The changes we've made since the summer have helped him, and he's shown that in the last few races. But against Ducati riders, you need more experience.. » This season, Acosta has already won four podiums, but the consistency to claim the title remains to be perfected.
Dani Pedrosa did not hide on Todocircuito his admiration for the way in which Acosta adapts and grows in his first season in MotoGP: " I was pleasantly surprised by its debut. He is taking more and more leadership in the team. Next year, with the official team, he will make a big leap. » The veteran emphasizes here how much Acosta, who will join the official team KTM in 2025, is ready to take on an even more central role.
Dani Pedrosa: “ We had to make radical changes in the middle of the season to return to an optimal level of performance »
What sets Acosta, according Pedrosa, it is his ability to maintain a methodical and cautious approach in MotoGP: " what he asks above all, It's about not changing the bike too much during the race.. He wants to learn the circuits and adapt without too many technical modifications. » This approach demonstrates the maturity of the young driver, preferring consistency to risky technical adjustments.
KTM, for his part, had to adjust his bike to remain competitive in the face of developments from other teams: “ we had to make radical changes in the middle of the season to return to an optimal level of performance, and Pedro knew how to take advantage of it. » Thanks to this synergy between Acosta and the team, the future looks promising for the young Spanish driver.
