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MotoGP, Carlo Pernat puts things back in order: “it is Marc Marquez who must beat Pecco Bagnaia, and not the other way around”

In the thrilling world of MotoGP, Carlo Pernat, the wise oracle of the paddock, has thrown his scarf into the arena with predictions that resonate like a war drum. The Italian, known for his in-depth analyzes and his blunt statements, certainly sees dominance from Ducati, but qualifies his remarks by emphasizing the internal rivalry within the red team and the ambitions of other manufacturers.

Carlo Pernatan iconic figure in MotoGP management, recently shared his bold predictions for the 2025 season. In an impassioned statement, he said: “
it will end like in 2024: with a Ducati in front of everyone “. His analysis highlights the team's power and strategy Ducatiwhile recognizing the exceptional talents of the drivers in the competition.

« Listen to Carlo Pernat : don't underestimate Pecco Bagnaiabecause he is a true champion. And then, for the love of God, Marc
Marquez
is one too and he showed it. But in my opinion, they have exactly the same possibilities. And I think that even in the box, contrary to what is said, they will also be able to coexist more than well
“, he added.
Pernat underlines here the complementarity between
Bagnaia et Marqueztwo pillars of Ducaticapable of taking the brand to new heights.

Carlo Pernat: « at KTM, for the moment, testing is suspended »

As the now former manager ofEnea BastianiniPernat knows the potential of these drivers closely. “ I saw it up close while being alongside Enea Bastianini: Pecco Bagnaia is the best teammate anyone could wish for. And then remember: it is Marc Marquez who must beat Pecco Bagnaia, and not the other way around. Marquez did everything possible to have a Ducati and win it, now he must succeed: he has more pressure “, he explained.

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Pernat don't stop at
Ducati. He also sees opportunities and challenges for other teams. “ Aprilia will be the anti-Ducati. Chez KTMfor the moment, the tests are suspended, but, I repeat, Enea Bastianini is someone who can easily win a title, just like Pedro Acostaso we'll see which bike they can get their hands on. Fabio Quartararo is another one who has crazy talent, so if by chance Yamaha releases a competitive motorcycle with this
V4this could be the big surprise. From Hondaon the other hand, there is no no surprises
“, he concluded.

With these predictions, Pernat highlights the strengths and weaknesses of different teams. He sees
Aprilia as the main rival of
Ducaticapable of countering their domination if it manages to maximize its assets. For KTMalthough the tests are suspended, Pernat keep an eye out for promising talents like Bastianini
et Acostawhich could turn the tide. As for Yamaha, Quarterly represents an unpredictable threat, capable of subverting expectations with a competitive motorcycle.

In summary, Carlo Pernat anticipates a 2025 season where
Ducati will remain at the top thanks to the synergy between
Bagnaia et
Marquezwhile keeping a close eye on other teams and drivers who could upset the balance. His predictions reflect a deep understanding of the dynamics of the MotoGP paddock and highlight the importance of talent management and technology to succeed in this demanding championship.

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