MotoGP pundit Neil Hodgson believes David Tardozzi would ‘love’ working with Pedro Acosta after hearing the Spaniard’s comments on a recent podcast.
In his character, The KTM star paid tribute to his rival Marc Marquez on the trackThe nine-time Grand Prix Motorcycle World Champion admits he would be happier if he could achieve even half of what he has achieved in his remarkable career.
It was a special compliment. Acosta It is expected to go to the factory Ducati team next year, where he will probably compete with Marquez In red and equal machinery.
The former MotoGP rider praised Acosta’s maturity during the three-hour interview. Neil Hodgson To predict the boss of Ducati David Tardozi He relishes the opportunity to work with a personality like Acosta.
Neil Hodgson thinks David Tardozzi would ‘love’ working with Pedro Acosta at Ducati
Speaking through TNT Sports Covering the pre-qualification practice session Czech Grand PrixHodgson referenced a recent podcast appearance from Acosta in which he showed just how mature the 22-year-old rider has become.
Does Francesco Bagnaia agree with Pedro Acosta’s verdict on Marc Marquez’s defeat at Ducati?
“Pedro is very interesting,” he began (14:24 19/06), before adding: “He did a podcast after the Barcelona round. I listened to it last night. I tell you what, it was a bit gray on whether he was a Marquez fan or not.”
“You know, he might be trying to create a rivalry, but he couldn’t be good about Marc Marquez. He didn’t seem to be going in that direction this year, but I thought that was really fun.
“There were a lot of things he said. You know what, he spoke in his second language for three hours. He’s 22 years old, and he comes across as wise beyond his years.”
Commentator Gavin Emmett explained how the young Murcian-born rider always exudes an old head, replying: “That’s what we’re saying, isn’t it? He’s old school, he’s an old school racer in a young body.”
The analyst drew parallels between Acosta’s rumored move to Ducati next year, saying, “I’ll tell you what, David Tardozzi would love to work with him. I can guarantee you that. He’d love the opportunity to work with Pedro Acosta.”
MotoGP legend and KTM test rider Dani Pedrosa has previously described how Acosta is an ‘old school’ competitor. Following last year’s decision to race the Malaysian Grand Prix without any driver assistance.
With MotoGP scrapping most rider aids for its new era in 2027, Acosta could be one of the most useful riders, relying on pure instinct.
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