MotoGP, Casey Stoner expects this at Ducati: “Pecco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez will try to create chaos in the team”

The next MotoGP season promises to be one of confrontation. With the arrival of Marc Marquez at Ducati, alongside Francesco Bagnaia, the world championship promises to be more competitive than ever.

Ducati prepares for a thrilling face-off for the 2025 MotoGP season with two titans in the same box: Francesco Bagnaia et Marc Marquez. Casey Stoner, legend and former racer Ducatishared his thoughts on this new dynamic in an interview with La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Stoner emphasizes that the way in which Ducati managing the rivalry between its two drivers will be crucial. “ It all depends on how Ducati handles it. I think Pecco is mentally strong enough to deal with the situation; it will be a matter of seeing who Ducati wants to support more “, he declared, highlighting the challenges of this cohabitation.

The tension could be palpable within the team, Stoner predicted that Bagnaia et Marquez will both attempt to capture the attention of decision-makers Ducatieach seeking to position themselves as the number one driver.

Casey Stoner : « I'm sure Marc Marquez will do it, he is currently the best driver »

The Australian analyzes as follows: “ for sure, both will try to create chaos within the team to tilt things one way or the other. We will see how Ducati handles the situation and who they choose “, he added, highlighting the need for a delicate balance to avoid internal conflicts.

Regarding performance, Stoner did not hide his opinion on the potential of Marquez within Ducati. « When Marc Marquez arrives at Ducati next year, I think the bike won't be that different and I'm sure Marc will. You will find it comfortable “, he commented. He is convinced that Marc Marquez could win the title as early as 2025, saying it is “ currently the best driver “. However, he cautioned that technical aspects like regulations and electronics could influence this dynamic: “ Today, the rider is less important than the bike ».

With the 2025 season looming, all eyes will be on how Ducati will juggle these two exceptional talents and the spectacle they will offer on the track.

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