Alvaro Bautista's future at Ducati looks increasingly uncertain. The double Superbike world champion, despite his success, could decide to leave the Italian team at the end of the season. The reasons ? Financial differences. Meanwhile, a replacement called Jack Miller is taking shape.
According to information from Motorsport.com, Ducati would have offered a contract well below the expectations ofAlvaro Bautista. The Spanish pilot, who currently receives around 750 euros per year, is demanding a salary increase. A request considered excessive by the managers of Borgo Panigale who would like to distribute the salary budget more equitably between the two pilots. Nicholas Bulega, the teammate of Baptist, should thus see his salary increase significantly.
Faced with this refusal, Ducati would therefore have set his sights on Jack Miller. The Australian, at the end of his contract with KTM in MotoGP, finds himself without handlebars for next season. His experience in MotoGP and his knowledge of the factory Ducati, for which he drove for several seasons, make him an interesting profile for the Italian team.
Jack Miller will give his answer at the Austrian Grand Prix
Miller would have already received a proposal from Ducati and would seriously consider this option. However, he has not yet made a final decision and wishes to wait the Austrian Grand Prix to decide.
This possible departure from Baptist would mark a turning point for Ducati in WorldSBK. The Spaniard brought the Italian team two consecutive world titles. His departure would be a significant loss, but Ducati seems determined to refresh its squad and focus on the future.
The stakes are high for both parties. Baptist seeks to extend his career at the highest level and obtain a contract that matches his ambitions. Ducati, for its part, wishes to build a competitive and sustainable team over time.
The next few weeks promise to be decisive for the future ofÁlvaro Bautista and Jack Miller. The Superbike world is impatiently awaiting the outcome of this saga.
