Pedro Acosta is currently one of the hottest properties in MotoGP after an impressive rookie season. And KTM’s financial woes mean he may be available soon.
KTM A company is facing more than £2bn of debt. When you are determined to compete MotoGP They have released a bike launch schedule for 2025 – at the end of the month – beyond which their future is in doubt.
Company bosses, along with their advisors, may conclude that they have no choice but to exit the premier class. That could create a battle for land among the other four manufacturers Acosta.
Acosta, who won the 2024 Rookie of the Year award by default, finished sixth with 215 points. Amazingly, he was only two behind an experienced KTM rider in Brad Binder.
The 20-year-old became the third youngest pole sitter in MotoGP history when he set the fastest time in qualifying at the Japanese Grand Prix in October. He also recorded five stops.
On the side, Acosta had more crashes than any rider. In 2024. But the Spaniard, who graduated from Tech 3 to the KTM factory team, showed the necessary speed to become the champion.
Valentino Rossi discusses the 100km championship with Pedro Acosta.
As he says La Gazzetta dello SportMotoGP legend Valentino Rossi noticed the opportunity to bring Acosta to his VR46 team. He invited the young man to participate in the 100 km championship race at Tavullia.
Rivals such as Francesco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Marco Bezecchi were also present. But it was Acosta that Rossi was really interested in.
Both sides seemed to want an ‘exchange of words’ about the future. Rossi, who has won seven MotoGP titles, has clear vision for Acosta.
He is ‘aiming for the big shot’ to attract VR46, and wants to make a move ‘as soon as possible’. This could be Acosta’s ticket to the currently dominant Ducati bike.
Pedro Acosta and his manager did not return to the KTM factory after the crisis talks.
Acosta has been making ‘moves’ behind the scenesDeveloping contingency plans in case KTM goes out – or their off-track crisis affects their performance. His talks with Rossi are his latest strategic move.
The difficult season of 2025 may test his loyalty. KTM helped Acosta escape from ‘Hell’ By lifting it, but many famous athletes have a short memory of importance.
The Austrian outfit are clearly aware of the risk of losing him. The next year they invited him to their factory to guarantee.
Acosta and his manager never returned to KTM’s base. As of now, this suggests that they may be satisfied with the team’s rapid development plans. The new bike will make its official debut at the Thai Grand Prix on March 2.
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