Francesco Bagnaia is expected to leave Ducati when his contract expires at the end of the season. Looks like Luigi Daliagna and co. After Bagnaia’s tragic 2025 stockpile, they decided to move on.
Although there is no official announcement yet, it is believed to be so Ducati signs Pedro Acosta from KTM. The move may be a reflection of Acosta’s greater potential rather than internal satisfaction at Bagnaia.
Ducati He may choose to confirm Bagnaia’s exit before announcing his successor. After winning the 2022 and 2023 championships, the #63 commands respect in Borgo Pangale.
Bagnaya was already contemplating his next move. Even after a season in which he recorded more DNFs (nine) than Grand Prix podiums, he is a passionate rider.
‘Financial considerations’ push Francesco Bagnaia to Yamaha.
A report released last week indicated this Yamaha were ‘getting big’ in the race to sign Bagnayan.. This is now confirmed by The newspaper.
The Spanish newspaper says Bagnaia is ‘clearly leaning’ towards Paolo Pavesio’s project. It was seen at the end of last month Fabio Quattararo is leaving Yamaha to join Honda..
if so George Martin is Quatararo’s replacement.Then Bagnaia could replace Alex Rins, who could be released at the end of the year.
Bagnaia was interested in Aprilia But ‘financial issues’ may be at play. Noale executives cannot compete with Yamaha on this front, especially after giving Marco Bezecic a lucrative extension.
If they miss out on Peco Bagnaia, who will Aprilia sign?
The next question is where will Aprilia turn, especially if 2024 world champion Martin heads to Yamaha.
El Periodico adds that Enea Bastianini could be their plan B. Bastianini has never been completely happy with Tech3 since leaving the Ducati team in 2024.
Massimo Rivola believes the seven-time Grand Prix winner can return to the top of the podium in Aprilia colours.
Although Raúl Fernandez won his first premier class race aboard an RS-GP last year, he doesn’t seem to be in the frame for the Aprilia seat. Instead, a contract extension is underway at Trackhouse.
