Since his arrival in MotoGP, Pedro Acosta has demonstrated raw talent and surprising maturity for his age. The young Spaniard, who passed through Moto3 and Moto2 brilliantly, quickly won the hearts of fans and experts. In an exclusive interview with crash.net, his chief mechanic Paul Trevathan talks about the 2024 MotoGP season spent at his side.
Pedro Acosta20, caused a sensation in his first season in MotoGP with the team Tech3
KTM. Alongside Paul Trevathanhis team leader, he demonstrated exceptional qualities of speed, adaptability and maturity, even surpassing the high expectations placed on him after his Moto3 and Moto2 titles.
From its first tests in 2023 in Valencia,
Acosta showed rare talent. Paul Trevathan remembers: “ we nicknamed him the sponge because he assimilated everything at an impressive speed. Every gadget, every switch, was like a Playstation to him. » His pace of learning impressed, reaching time targets on the first day of the Sepang tests, where others would have taken several days.
Acosta quickly showed he could compete with the best. From his second race at
Portugalhe reached his first podium, followed by a new performance in America and a second place in the sprint Jerez. However, behind these impressive results was a real technical feat. “ These aero bikes aren't natural to ride “, explain Trevathan. «
He managed to master an extremely complex environmentwhich is remarkable for a beginner. »
Paul Trevathan : « some of Pedro Acosta's lines defy the laws of physics »
During the season, Acosta has often exceeded expectations, regularly qualifying in the top 10 and adapting with rare fluidity. Even when he encountered difficulties, he found innovative solutions thanks to his unique driving style. “ Some of his lines defy the laws of physics », note
Trevathanimpressed.
Despite the pressure and technical challenges,
Acosta always maintained exemplary composure. “ He was never once disturbed in the box », says Trevathan. This maturity stems from his modest upbringing and his determination: “ he knows that to succeed, you have to work hardotherwise he would have to find another job, like that of his father. »
Acosta also knew how to learn lessons from difficult times, particularly after a drop in form at
Austrian Grand Prix. A long drive to Misano allowed the team to redefine its priorities and adjust its technical approach. This refresher course was crucial to regain his best level in the second half of the season.
At the end of the season, Acosta noted his performance at 6/10a self-criticism that reflects his thirst for perfection. With five podiums and several poles, his results are impressive, but he knows he can still improve. Trevathan underlines : ” he doesn't tell himself stories, he is frank and direct. This is what makes it strong. »
In 2025, Pedro Acosta will join the factory team
KTM alongside Brad Bindera challenge he is ready to take on. “ Even more determined, even more focused “, describe Trevathan. With an optimized motorcycle and a stable environment,
Acosta has the potential to aim for regular victories, or even a title, next year.
Pedro Acosta embodies a new standard for MotoGP beginners. His speed, humility and professional approach make him an inspiring figure, not only for his peers, but also for his engineers and mechanics.
Trevathan concludes: “ he pushes the whole team to surpass themselves. With Pedro, it's not just about racing, it's a collective obsession with success. »
MotoGP looks forward to seeing how far this exceptional young talent can go in the years to come.
