Ducati will continue racing with its 2024 MotoGP engine until the end of the current 1000cc regulations in 2026. With engine development frozen before the 2027 rules, the team believes the motor already offers strong power and reliability. Instead of building a new engine, Ducati will focus on improving aerodynamics, chassis setup and overall performance.
Ducati Corse boss Davide Tardozzi says Francesco Bagnaia returns “completely different” for 2026 after a tough 2025 season. Bagnaia won just two races and finished fifth while teammate Marc Marquez dominated. Strong winter testing on Ducati’s new bike restored his confidence, with Tardozzi expecting the former champion to fight back at the front.
Jack Miller says Toprak Razgatlioglu faces a crucial adaptation to MotoGP’s Michelin rear tyre after struggling with wheelspin at Sepang. Unlike WorldSBK’s Pirelli tyres, the Michelin continues spinning once it loses grip. Miller advised smoother throttle control, with Razgatlioglu set to refine his approach ahead of the Buriram test.