Young Spaniard Fermin Aldeguer completed his first MotoGP laps during the Barcelona test. Despite some difficulties, the rookie showed interesting potential and gave a glimpse of a bright future. During the test day, Aldeguer was the fastest of the three rookies, finishing just ahead of Ai Ogura (TrackHouse/Aprilia) with a gap of 0.382s and Somkiat Chantra (LCR Honda) who finished 23rd.
HAS 19 ans, Fermin Aldeguer made its promising debut on the Ducati GP24
during the
Barcelona tests. MotoGP rookie for
Gresini-Ducati in 2025, he finished in 20th place, becoming the best rookie of the day with a gap of 1.761 seconds behind his teammate and leader of the ranking Alex Marquez. Despite encouraging progress, the young driver knows he still has a lot to learn before the start of the season.
The beginnings ofAldeguer have not been easy. “ Half an hour before going up, I was about to throw up because I was so nervous “, he confided. But once on the track, he managed to overcome this initial pressure. Adaptation to the Ducati and the world of MotoGP took place in a positive atmosphere within the team Gresini : « With the team, everything went very well. They're excited, and since I arrived,
they joke with me. It helps a lot.
»
The power and technology of MotoGP left a strong impression on Aldeguer. He was particularly impressed by the braking capabilities: “ it's fascinating how late you can brake. » However, it still struggles to effectively use certain features like the trim and launch system. A minor fall also marred his day.
Fermin Aldeguer: “ Gigi Dall'Igna came at my first stop and after my day was over »
Adaptation to tires Michelin asymmetrical, very different from Pirelli used in Moto2, represents another challenge. “ I have to adapt my driving style, especially in the turns », explained
Aldegueremphasizing that his Moto2 approach cannot simply be transferred to the Ducati GP24.
Dall'Igna's teethtechnical director of
Ducaticlosely followed the rookie's progress. “ He came at my first stop and after my day was over. I'm glad I gave him some useful feedback for preseason », affirmed Aldeguer.
However, the physical demands of MotoGP have not spared him. Still suffering from hand injuryhe felt intense muscle fatigue and pain linked to the beginnings of compartment syndrome. “
After the fall, my hand swelled, which made it difficult for me to accelerate “, he admitted.
With the tests of Sepang scheduled for February 5 to 7Aldeguer must optimize his training to quickly adapt to the demands of MotoGP. Despite the technical and physical challenges, its potential is there. Supported by a competent team and a high-performance machine, he begins an ambitious transition to the sport's elite. The road is still long, but Fermin Aldeguer has proven that he is ready to take on the challenge.
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