The first opponent that Pecco Bagnaia will face will be none other than Marc Marquez, the legendary rider who, after roaring at Gresini Racing, was promoted to teammate in the Borgo Panigale factory team. For Bagnaia, wearing the number #63, this year marks his fifth season with the Ducati Lenovo Team, and his seventh adventure with the “Red” machine, taking into account his first two years at Pramac Racing.
To bagnaia, last season was a roller coaster of emotions. From a results point of view, it has been an incredible season, 11 MotoGP victories, it's fantastic" he said at the presentation of the new Desmosedici. However, the cherry on the cake - the world champion title - eluded him. There was no cherry on the cake: winning the title" admitted the Italian driver, stressing that he was not satisfied until he had achieved this ultimate goal.
Despite this frustration, bagnaia approaches the 2025 season with renewed motivation. This winter I analyzed everything, we arrive with extra motivation", he said, expressing his desire to complete what he was unable to accomplish last year. The return to competition will be with intact enthusiasm, ready to face a new challenge with a strong teammate. " We have a new teammate with whom we will have important work to do. He who wins will win" he added, referring to the arrival of Marc Marquez within the team.
Pecco Bagnaia: “ I will have a new teammate, a strong and competitive driver »
Pecco Bagnaia expressed his satisfaction with the evolution of the bike and the dynamics of the team. The bike is beautiful. Over the past five years, The development that has taken place is something I am also proud of.. Seeing such a strong team grow even more is something incredible.. » He also believes that the integration of Marquez, a very competitive driver, could take the team to the next level. I will have a new teammate, a strong and competitive driver, and together, we will be able to take motorcycle development to an even higher level. »
bagnaia looks set to take on the challenges of the season with the same intensity and commitment that have marked his past performances. It will be a challenge, I will try not to neglect anything and to face the season with the same spirit as always. » The challenge is on: 2025 could well be the year when Pecco Bagnaia finally realizes his dream of winning a new world champion title MotoGP with Ducati.