The upcoming MotoGP campaign is all or nothing for Francesco Bagnaia. If the promise of 2025 continues, it could be the last time we see a #63-adorned Ducati bike.
Following last year’s forgettable season, the two-time MotoGP World Champion Francesco Bagnaia Ducati has a point to prove.
In the year 2025 ended up being his worst season in redshirt. Ducati Yet, and with Bagnaya’s contract with Borgo Pangale expires at the end of 2026It is very important to find the lost form to secure the seat.
The boss of Ducati It is reported that David Tardozzi hopes to revive her It’s a result for the Italian this season, but not everyone in the MotoGP paddock believes it.
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Max Biaggi thinks Francesco Bagnaia’s time at Ducati is coming to an end
In a recent interview The sixthtrains MotoGP riders. Max Biagi Bagnaya has criticized all parties involved in the struggle she has faced over the past 12 months.
Biaggi Ducati seems to have a handle on the situation and Bagnaia’s cryptic words fuel the fire in the media, as everyone tries to understand him.
The Italian told reporters: “They say two pieces of evidence make one, but in this case there is little evidence, and it is confusing.”
“And when asked for an explanation, Ducati is silent, while Bagnaia speaks in a language that is difficult to understand. It’s complicated even for those of us in the paddock.”
Biaggio’s strong words on the matter The next question concerns the future of the #63 at Borgo Pangale.
Asked if he thought we would see Bagnaia complete his dream of retiring at Ducati, Biaggi replied: “I wouldn’t bet on it. Factories always want to ensure continuity by promoting young riders.”
“It is worth noting that Bagnaia has a contract with the factory team, so it will be difficult to see him in another Ducati team.”
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Francesco Bagnaia has made clear his feelings about the possibility of leaving Ducati in MotoGP
The 28-year-old is well aware of the implications another disappointing season could have on his MotoGP future.
As described by Biagi, at the landing Ducati satellite team for Bagnaia ‘out of the question’. Given his status as an established multi-time world champion in the premier class, he will be reserved for factory rides only.
Tardozi announced that No contract talks are taking place between Bagnaia and Ducati. Until the launch of their GP26 bike this month.
However, the management at the team may want to see Bagnaia gain some confidence in the new bike list to show a better season-long performance than the previous one.
If he fails to do so, it could be one of the biggest rider/team breakdowns in recent MotoGP history.
