Pecco Bagnaia Abandons 2025 Chassis; Admits He Must Analyse Marc Márquez’s Data to Stay Competitive
Reigning MotoGP champion Pecco Bagnaia has made a bold decision to abandon Ducati’s 2025 prototype chassis after struggling to find improvements over his current setup. In a surprising admission, the Italian rider acknowledged that he needs to study Marc Márquez’s data to understand how the eight-time world champion is adapting to the Desmosedici.
Why Bagnaia Ditched the 2025 Chassis
Bagnaia tested the new chassis during pre-season runs but ultimately decided that it didn’t offer a significant advantage over his current configuration. “At the moment, I don’t feel the 2025 chassis gives me the right feeling,” Bagnaia explained. “I prefer the current setup because I have more confidence in my riding.”
With Ducati fielding a competitive lineup, including Márquez at Gresini Racing, Jorge Martín at Pramac, and Enea Bastianini in the factory team, Bagnaia knows he can’t afford to make a wrong technical decision.
The Márquez Factor: Why Bagnaia Needs His Data
Marc Márquez has quickly adapted to the Ducati after years on the Honda, and his aggressive riding style is already raising eyebrows in the paddock. Despite being new to the bike, Márquez’s ability to extract performance from the Desmosedici has caught the attention of Ducati’s top riders—especially Bagnaia.
“I have to analyse Márquez’s data because he’s doing something different,” Bagnaia admitted. “His braking and corner entry are impressive, and I need to understand how he’s managing it.”
This statement is significant because it highlights the impact Márquez is already having in the Ducati camp. While Bagnaia remains Ducati’s golden boy, the arrival of Márquez adds a new dimension to the title race.
What This Means for the 2025 Season
Bagnaia’s choice to stick with the 2024 chassis and study Márquez’s riding style suggests he is preparing for an intense battle. With Márquez already showing flashes of brilliance, Bagnaia knows he must refine his approach to maintain his dominance.
Ducati’s internal competition is heating up, and with riders like Martín and Bastianini also in the mix, the 2025 MotoGP season is shaping up to be one of the most thrilling in recent history.
Will Bagnaia’s decision pay off, or will Márquez’s rapid adaptation put him at the front of the Ducati pecking order? Only time will tell, but one thing is certain—MotoGP fans are in for a spectacular season.
