Ducati ‘darts’ KTM after good performance in first half of 2023 MotoGP season

Paolo Ciabattisports director ducati corseAccording to an interview on the official website of MotoGP In it he rated the first leg of the season. motorcycle world championship threw in a sarcasm when asked about the great performance of KTM.

”KTM he did a great job. Some of our old engineers are now working under them and you can see the results,” he released. Chabatti.And that’s what men like Fabiano Sterracchini again Christian Puddingis familiar with every detail. Ducati Desmosedici GPthey changed “red” to “orange” to match the season MotoGP 2023.

was also asked apriliaItalian factory like. Borgo Panigalesports director. ducati corse “I’m kind of surprised. For some reason they haven’t quite got where they wanted to be in terms of competitiveness. I hope they get there soon.” And that is this course. RS-GP We haven’t performed as well as we did last season.

What is not hidden is the changing times MotoGP: “It’s a completely new situation, with three European factories clearly leading the group.” sling and Yamaha. “We are the next leaders world We are much better than the manufacturers, so I think it’s been a very positive start to the season and I hope it continues. ”

boundaries of excellence

nevertheless Chabatti “I never like giving 10’s,” he adds with a satisfied grin to the opening. world “Yes, I would say at least 9.5 points. I couldn’t be happier. We are leading the championship. BagnaiaBut there are three other pilots behind us. Jorge Martin, Bezecchi and Zarco.of sachsenring Achieved the best results in our company history with 5 people Ducati The top 5 are Ducati It has never been achieved in its history. ”

The sports director of ducati corseIn addition, the work of all the people who make up the factory was also recognized. Borgo Panigale: “Our engineers Desmosedici GP23,but, Desmosedici GP22 They are still very competitive, with little difference between the two. All the pilots who run with Ducati they can be competitive. We’ve seen drivers from every team compete for the podium. ”