The potential arrival of Nicolò Bulega at VR46 Ducati in 2027 continues to generate discussion. While some still question his less-than-convincing stint in Moto2, Pablo Nieto believes that this past should in no way condemn his chances of success in MotoGP.
The team director VR46 He knows the Italian rider better than anyone. He accompanied him from his early days in the Spanish championship before joining him again in Moto3. For him, the talent of Open up has never been questioned.
« We've worked with Nicolò since he was very young. We even created a team specifically for him in Spain, where he became champion. We already knew his immense potential. »
Since his arrival in WorldSBK, Open up has reached a spectacular milestone. His current dominance at the handlebars of the Ducati Panigale V4 R. — which makes him the current favorite for the championship — finally convinced Ducati that he deserved another chance at the highest level.
According to GrandsonThis progression is the result of natural maturation. The talent was already there. Today, he has become a truly great driver. Sometimes you just have to give young people time. »
The boss of VR46 also recalls on speedweek An often overlooked fact. In this paddock, very few drivers are in contention for the title. That doesn't mean the others aren't good enough to succeed. »
Quartararo as an example to defend Bulega
To defend his point of view, Paul Grandson relies on a particularly telling example: fabio quartararoThe Frenchman had also left Moto2 without having truly lived up to the immense hopes placed in him. Yet, a few years later, he became MotoGP world champion.
« Quartararo didn't have a great career in Moto2 either.He was very fast in Moto3, but it was only in MotoGP that he was able to fully exploit his potential.. " According to GrandsonNot all drivers adapt to the different categories in the same way. Some riders simply feel more comfortable on a bigger motorcycle »
For a long time, 99 Grand Prix contested by Open up His failure to secure a single victory in Moto3 and Moto2 was his main point of contention. Today, this past carries much less weight.
His performance in Superbike, his mastery of the Ducati, and his sporting maturity make him an increasingly credible candidate for a move to MotoGP. Discussions with VR46 Discussions are also continuing regarding a contract that could be concluded according to a 1+1 formula, with a first season guaranteed and an option for a second.
If the agreement is finalized, Open up will find himself in an environment he knows perfectly well… and with a leader who has never stopped believing in him.
For Paul Grandson, the story of Nicolò Bulega This ultimately brings to mind a lesson often proven in Grand Prix racing: a difficult journey in the intermediate categories does not necessarily condemn a career in MotoGP. fabio quartararo This is proof of that, and Open up now hopes to write the same type of renaissance.
