Ducati Warned of Emerging Threats at Argentina MotoGP 2025
Ducati faces potential challenges at the Argentina MotoGP, with Marco Bezzecchi of Aprilia highlighted as a key threat. Lewis Duncan discussed the importance of practice sessions and qualifying for Ducati’s success. Yamaha’s underwhelming performance raises questions, while Honda may show improvements, setting the stage for a competitive race.
At the upcoming Argentina MotoGP, Ducati faces a notable challenge from Aprilia after their dominant performance in the Thailand Grand Prix. While Ducati’s Francesco Bagnaia secured a commendable result in Thailand, Aprilia’s Marco Bezzecchi, a previous winner at the Argentina track, has emerged as a key contender. Riders like rookie Ai Ogura also displayed impressive potential, prompting teams to consider Aprilia’s capabilities despite Jorge Martin’s injury.
Lewis Duncan on the Crash MotoGP podcast highlighted Aprilia’s strengths, stating, “The Aprilia generally, in these conditions, works well. It has a strong front end; it’s a good agile bike.” Furthermore, Duncan mentioned Bezzecchi’s previous performance, urging Ducati to focus on qualifying as it could pose a weakness. Success in the initial practice sessions on Friday is vital, as it could set the tone for the entire race weekend.
In contrast, Yamaha appears to be underperforming following a promising pre-season, with doubts lingering regarding their competitiveness. Duncan remarked, “We haven’t seen the true form of Yamaha yet. Thailand was disappointing,” and suggested that Argentina might better reflect their capabilities. In essence, if Yamaha can build momentum and improve their performance, it would indicate progress.
Similar questions surround Honda, which struggled last season. Although Johann Zarco’s seventh-place finish in Thailand showed improvement, Duncan noted Honda still lacks traction and top speed. He opined that the upcoming tracks, particularly Austin and Spain, might provide a clearer picture of their potential, ensuring interest during the Argentina race as well.
In conclusion, the Argentina MotoGP presents both challenges and opportunities for Ducati, particularly from the rising threat of Aprilia and riders like Marco Bezzecchi. Yamaha’s performance will also be scrutinized for evidence of improvement, while Honda’s ongoing development will be highlighted against established competitors. The results from Argentina will serve as a significant indicator of the competitive dynamics for the season ahead.
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