Iker Lecuona says that Niccolò Bulega cannot ‘sell himself’ because he has ‘no character’

as a open He looks in the direction of a potential seat in MotoGP in the future, he is certainly promoting himself well as he boasts a perfect record in 2026. Four rounds of competition are currently in the books, the Italian has won all 12 races.

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The 26-year-old clearly has the ability to compete in the premier class of Grand Prix motorcycle racing, but in a sport where sponsorship is crucial and personality is becoming more key, Bulega is a bit lacking.

Iker Lecuona says Niccolò Bulega cannot ‘sell himself’ to MotoGP teams.

During a look at Duralavita Superbikes PodcastLecuona touched on the relationship he shares with his Aruba.it racing partner.

He said: “I’m a very open person, I’m a friend to anyone who wants to be a friend, I have no problem with that, he’s a very quiet person.

“I don’t have a bad relationship with him. In fact, I have to say, yesterday was the first time at Park Farm that the boy came up to me and asked, ‘How are you?’ We don’t talk. Hello and little else.

Judith Florence, one of the podcast’s hosts, continued, playing the Italian rider: “He looks a little old on the outside, I mean, not old, but serious, right? The guy’s got a streak going, and you take him seriously.” she said.

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Responding to Florence’s comment, Lecuona replied: “He has no charm, no character, no need to connect with the public. We have to sell ourselves.”

The World Superbikes paddock is not weighing up Nicolo Bulegan’s chances of securing a MotoGP seat.

With Toprak Razgatlioglu becoming the latest rider to move from the WSBK paddock to its Grand Prix counterpart, Bulega’s results this season suggest a move to MotoGP is the natural next step for him.

However, it is far from guaranteed. Ducati are struggling to get the Bullega on the MotoGP roster.This has led the Italian to meet with other options in terms of loan capacity or fully completed negotiations.

In turn, figures in Bulegan’s chances in the WSBK paddock are not rated. Confirmation of movement for 2027, because of intense competition for seats.

Whether Bulega can find himself a spot on the grid next year remains to be seen. In the year If he achieves his perfect record in 2026, he could force a move for himself.