Ai Ogura, the samurai of the track, is preparing to conquer the world of MotoGP with Aprilia's TrackHouse team, alongside Raul Fernandez, for the 2025 season. After being crowned Moto2 World Champion in 2024, the Japanese is ready to take his first steps in the premier category of the World Championship. During the official presentation of TrackHouse this Tuesday, he enthusiastically shared his expectations.
Ai Ogura2024 Moto2 world champion, is preparing to take on a new challenge in MotoGP with the team
TrackHouse Apriliaalongside Raul Fernandez. During the official presentation of the team, the young Japanese driver shared his impressions on his arrival in the premier category and the objectives he has set for his first season.
Ogura underlined the importance of his busy winter, combining physical preparation and moments of relaxation: “ my winter was really great. Many training days on the bike helped prepare me for this stage. I also took a few days off, which allowed me to recharge my batteries before starting this new adventure. »
The Japanese had the opportunity to test the RS-GP during the Barcelona tests in November, a key moment for him: »the test in Barcelona helped me a lot to understand the bike and plan my training this winter. It was a valuable first experience that gave me an idea of what I needed to work on. »
Ai Ogura : « it's good to start in Thailand »
As a rookie, Ogura will benefit from eight days of testing before the start of the season. An opportunity to ride alongside the test drivers and refine your first impressions: “ I have a lot of time to learn. My goal is to understand everything about the bike and familiarize myself with its behavior. »
-Ogura takes a measured approach to his first season in MotoGP, preferring to focus on his progression: »I don't set ambitious goals like being the best rookie or getting into the top ten from the start. My goal is to give the best of myself at each session and progress race after race. »
The 2025 MotoGP calendar begins on the circuit of
Burirama familiar track for
Ogura : « It's good to start in Thailand. It helps me feel more comfortable for my debut in the premier category. »
Ai Ogura approaches this new stage with humility and determination. Building on his Moto2 title and solid winter preparation, he hopes to build his MotoGP career little by little. His collaboration with
TrackHouse Aprilia and the data shared with his experienced teammate, Raul Fernandezcould offer him a solid basis to progress in the premier category.
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