Valentino Rossi forecasts an early 2025 outlook involving Marc Marquez

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Valentino Rossi has shared his forecast regarding Marc Marquez's performance this season.

Marquez is set to join forces with Pecco Bagnaia, the VR46 mentee, in the Ducati team's primary setup.

Following his championship victories with Ducati in 2022 and 2023, Bagnaia lost his title to Jorge Martin, a fellow Ducati team member who has moved to the factory Aprilia team this year, in the previous season.

Even though Bagnaia clinched 11 grand prix wins compared to Martin's three during the season, eight instances of not scoring caused him to fall short of the championship by 10 points in the concluding round.

Bagnaia will continue to be part of the Ducati factory team through 2025, encountering his most difficult test to date with the arrival of eight-time world champion Marquez as his new teammate.

During the latest 100Km of Champions race held in Tavullia and organized by Rossi, he shared insights with Sky Sports Italy regarding his protégé Bagnaia and his competitor Marquez.

"Rossi mentioned that the Ducati factory team riders are the primary contenders for the championship."

"Bagnaia is thrilled as he seeks redemption from his previous year's loss."

"Thus, we anticipate he will contribute that additional five percent."

Rossi and his team partner, Luca Marini, secured the second position in the previous weekend's 100km of Champions race, with Diogo Moreira and Thomas Chareyre outperforming them to win.

Elia Bartolini and Lorenzo Baldassarri secured the podium finishes.

Bagnaia teamed up with Marco Bezzecchi to secure a sixth-place finish, whereas Pedro Acosta and the renowned Isle of Man TT racer, Michael Dunlop, ended up in the final position.

Rossi is set to remain with BMW as a factory driver into 2025, though his racing schedule for the upcoming season remains undecided.

In the previous year, Rossi made his debut in the World Endurance Championship and also participated in the GT World Challenge Europe, driving for the BMW-supported WRT team.

Nevertheless, he plans to reduce his participation in racing events by 2025 and boost his attendance at MotoGP competitions.

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Exclusive – Max Bartolini: Losing Half-a-Second in MotoGP is "a catastrophe!"

"Losing half-a-second across 15 corners seems minor. Yet, the competition is at such an elevated level."

In the opening race of the 2024 MotoGP championship, Fabio Quartararo of Monster Yamaha ended up in eleventh position, trailing Francesco Bagnaia by 17.701 seconds in Qatar, which translates to an average lag of 0.84 seconds for each lap.

The racer from France ended the season ranked eleventh at the Barcelona Grand Prix in November, trailing Bagnaia by 10.756 seconds across 24 laps, which averages out to a loss of 0.45 seconds per lap.

The figures largely indicate Yamaha's advancement throughout the 20 races, even though they didn't achieve a podium finish for the first time in the MotoGP era, while also highlighting the remarkable tightness of the competition.

"Currently, the skill set of all the MotoGP competitors is at a peak," Yamaha's technical chief Max Bartolini conveyed to Crash.net.

"Every weekend sees the setting of new lap records, and the competition is incredibly close: Oh no! Being 4-5 tenths of a second slower is a catastrophe!"

"However, a margin of half-a-second across 15 turns is minimal. Everyone is performing at such an elevated level."

Jorge Martin and Francesco Bagnaia stood out as the top performers in the 2024 MotoGP season, two racers with whom Bartolini has a deep familiarity from his twenty years at Ducati.

Regarding statistics, how does the present Yamaha pair, consisting of 2021 world champion Quartararo and Alex Rins, who has secured six race victories, stack up against Bagnaia and Martin?

"Bartolini responded by stating that due to the variance in the package, comparing is challenging as the [Yamaha] motorcycle necessitates an alternative riding approach."

"Undoubtedly, Fabio and Alex possess exceptional talent as demonstrated by their victories in MotoGP races, with Fabio also achieving the distinction of being a world champion."

Generally, Fabio excels in braking and maintaining speed through corners, whereas Alex has a knack for handling the exit of corners more effectively. However, both are highly skilled.

"Currently, we're experiencing overall performance issues with the bike, leading to attempts at compensating for these shortcomings, which often proves to be challenging."

"That's among the toughest challenges; making an effort not to overstep. Yet, they're handling it well."

Before Bagnaia's crucial error in the Sepang sprint that gave Martin the advantage he needed to clinch his inaugural MotoGP championship, Bartolini commented on the championship fight:

"Truly, each of them has earned the right to claim victory. For the previous two years, their speed has been unmatched. Ultimately, the victor will likely be the one who commits fewer errors.

"It's a genuine competition between two highly skilled riders… They have the potential to be victorious for many years to come. It's an exciting contest, but truthfully, I can't predict who will come out on top!"

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"I'm looking forward to potentially being in that position and sharing the experience with you!"

Throughout the unpredictable journey of the 2024 world championship, television broadcasts frequently shifted focus to the Ducati team's garage. Here, Gigi Dall'Igna's tranquility stood in stark contrast to the passionate reactions of team manager Davide Tardozzi.

Does Bartolini observe a MotoGP race more in the manner of Tardozzi or akin to Dall’Igna?

"I'm usually pretty relaxed. Though, in the final 2-3 laps, if there's something significant at stake, that's when I might get tense," he mentioned.

"At Yamaha, the focus is primarily on improvement these days. Thus, when observing a race, it's about noting, ‘We made some progress in that aspect…’. This approach makes it simpler to remain composed."

"Bartolini flashed a smile as he said, 'Davide [Tardozzi] is always on the opposite side, it's just how he is!'"

Having collaborated with Davide for two decades, he's become much more than just a friend to me. And as for Gigi, he's exceptionally serene. Well, he certainly seems that way, at least!

"Davide truly reflects what's on everyone's mind during those critical final two laps when you're battling for something significant."

"I'm optimistic that in the coming years, I'll find myself in that position and will share my experience with you!"

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Jorge Martin speaks out on concerns about conflicts with his new teammate, Marco Bezzecchi. Jorge Martin admits, "He hasn't been my closest friend."

Jorge Martin has addressed worries regarding his connection with Marco Bezzecchi.

This year, Martin and Bezzecchi will make up the new factory rider team for Aprilia.

However, their history is complicated, particularly because Bezzecchi's good friend, Pecco Bagnaia, fiercely competed with Martin for the championship last season.

Martin expressed to Motorsport that his relationship with Bezzecchi hasn't been particularly friendly in recent years.

"Ever since our time competing in Moto3, we've experienced numerous clashes."

In any case, the important thing for me is that my partner has a competitive nature.

"If he can provide guidance to enhance the bike, it will benefit me as well. The same goes the other way around."

Martin secured the Moto3 title, finishing 46 points ahead of Bezzecchi.

Since then, their encounters have sometimes been marked by anger. Bezzecchi has expressed dissatisfaction with the stewards' inaction against Martin, whom he blames for triggering a crash during the 2023 Austria sprint.

However, both riders have departed from Ducati to pursue positions with a factory team, and they will reunite at Aprilia.

Naturally, Martin might show up proudly displaying the #1 plate, following his victory in last year's MotoGP championship.

"I may not be Aleix Espargaro, but as the world champion, I now have a leadership position and need to guide the Aprilia project," Martin emphasized.

"This refers to maintaining a positive connection with my significant other."

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2026 MotoGP roster: Current standings

A comprehensive overview of the contract status for each MotoGP competitor for the 2026 season, marking the final year of utilizing 1000cc engines.

Contracts for at least four MotoGP racers are set to conclude in 2025…

Ducati has officially announced its powerhouse factory Lenovo team, featuring Francesco Bagnaia and Marc Marquez, for the MotoGP seasons of 2025 and 2026.

Similarly, the Gresini Ducati team, featuring Alex Marquez and newcomer Fermin Aldeguer set to debut in 2025, is slated for a two-year duration.

Fabio di Giannantonio from VR46 will commence a fresh factory agreement spanning two years in 2025. Meanwhile, there could be a Desmosedici slot open for 2026, as his team-mate Franco Morbidelli is presently engaged in a contract lasting one year.

Despite recent economic challenges, the four RC16 racers – Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta with the official KTM squad, alongside Tech3's latest additions Maverick Vinales and Enea Bastianini – are expected to remain with their teams through the conclusion of 2026.

Jorge Martin, a world champion, alongside his new colleague Marco Bezzecchi, have both signed agreements to join Aprilia's official racing team for the 2025 and 2026 seasons.

Trackhouse racers Raul Fernandez and newcomer for the 2025 season, Ai Ogura, have both embarked on contracts spanning two years.

The official Monster Yamaha squad, featuring riders Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins, is set to continue without changes through to the year 2027 at least.

In 2026, there might be an opportunity to join the M1 lineup since Jack Miller is currently tied to the fresh Prima Pramac Yamaha squad with a one-year agreement. Meanwhile, his colleague Miguel Oliveira has secured a two-year contract with the Yamaha manufacturer.

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For the 2026 season, Honda might experience the highest number of changes among its riders, as LCR team members Johann Zarco—who was Honda's top performer in 2024—Luca Marini, along with possible newcomer Somkiat Chantra, are all set to become free agents when 2025 concludes.

This confirms 2020 world champion Joan Mir from Suzuki as the sole Honda competitor officially announced for the 2026 MotoGP lineup.

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Valentino Rossi announces plans to compete in the 2025 racing season

The iconic MotoGP racer has decided to participate in the LMGT3 category within the World Endurance Championship, after initially being uncertain about his commitments

The WRT BMW squad has revealed that the iconic MotoGP rider Valentino Rossi will participate in the LMGT3 category of the World Endurance Championship once more in 2025.

Rossi embarked on his initial journey in the WEC the previous year, following the launch of his career in GT racing post-MotoGP in 2022, participating in the GT World Challenge Europe.

The experienced Italian racer, behind the wheel of car number 46, secured two podium finishes – placing second at Imola and third at Fuji, in addition to achieving top five finishes in both Qatar and Brazil.

The vehicle failed to reach the end of the 24 Hours of Le Mans race.

Rossi previously mentioned his uncertainty regarding his 2025 plans, expressing a desire to reduce his participation in racing now that he has welcomed his second child.

WRT has officially announced that he will remain in the WEC series, teaming up once more with Ahmad Al Harthy. Additionally, Kelvin van der Linde, who has won the Nurburgring 24 Hours twice, will be joining their squad.

Rossi expressed his delight in extending his journey in the FIA WEC, noting that his rookie season was notably successful.

"We experienced several successful competitions, securing two top-three finishes, and our goal is to enhance our performance and speed."

"We are committed to collaborating closely with BMW to enhance our performance and increase our competitiveness in each race."

"Le Mans holds the highest significance for us; despite our misfortune last year, we are determined to compete for a top-three finish in 2025."

Van der Linde commended Rossi for being a versatile GT driver and expressed optimism about the potential of the #46 team.

"I'm truly thrilled to be teaming up with the #46 squad, alongside Vale and Ahmad, a pair of racers whose performances I've closely followed in the FIA WEC over the past year," he remarked.

"Vale has developed into a versatile GT driver. Having collaborated with him before, I'm familiar with his dedication and his approach to data-driven work."

"Ahmad stands out as a top-tier Bronze-level driver in the competition, and it's an honor to have him as part of our team."

The trio among us has the potential to form an excellent team.

"Each one of us has gone through our inaugural season in the LMGT3 series within the WEC. By pooling our collective experiences, we aim for significant achievements, with our sights particularly set on triumphing at Le Mans, the most coveted victory among us. I'm truly thrilled and eager to get going."

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Ducati's chief executive discloses that Marc Marquez set a new lap record at Aspar on the latest Panigale V2

The eight-time global champion tested the new motorcycle at Aspar Circuit the previous week

Ducati's leader, Claudio Domenicali, asserts that Marc Marquez, a six-time MotoGP world champion, equaled the "unofficial lap record" at the Aspar Circuit riding the new Panigale V2 in its standard configuration.

Last week, Marquez undertook a winter training exercise at Spain's Aspar circuit, where he piloted a 2024 model Panigale V2 built for racing. This track day event was also graced by the presence of Jorge Martin, the 2024 MotoGP World Champion.

In a post on LinkedIn, Domenicali mentioned that he reached out to several contacts to arrange for Marquez to test the 2025 version of the V2, previously utilized in advertising campaigns.

It is reported that Marquez completed a circuit in 1 minute and 12.2 seconds using the 2025 model, and remarkably recorded the identical time while riding the 2024 race-spec V2.

"Right before the Christmas holidays, I was catching up with Marc over the phone to exchange seasonal greetings, and during our conversation, I learned that he had organized a training session at the Aspar Circuit in Valencia," Domenicali shared.

He intended to ride a 2024 Panigale V2 for the session, as he was informed that our completely new 2025 version wasn't ready for racing yet.

Eager to know his thoughts on our latest infant track bicycle, I utilized my skiing vacation in the mountains as an opportunity to make several calls. My goal was to organize a session where he could take the bike, previously featured in our launch video and photo, for a spin around the track a couple of times.

Unexpectedly, Marc rang me up as the day was drawing to a close.

He shared with me his admiration for the bike, praising its agile maneuverability, exceptionally comfortable posture while riding, and the "electric" nature of its power output. Additionally, he mentioned that he achieved a lap time of 1 minute and 12.2 seconds.

"My group let me know this ties with the unrecorded fastest lap for the Supersport category.

Marc took the 2024 Panigale V2 out on the track in its complete racing setup, managing to clock an identical lap time. On the other hand, the 2025 Panigale V2 was equipped for regular street use, featuring a legal catalytic converter exhaust, headlight, taillight, and a side stand.

We're eagerly looking forward to evaluating the 2025 Panigale decked out in complete racing configuration alongside Marc and Pecco [Bagnaia]. This model is expected to boast 126 HP, an increase from the current 120 HP, and will be nearly 10kg lighter due to the elimination of all street-legal components.

I'm highly satisfied with how a motorcycle, engineered to balance track lap speeds and enjoyment on winding mountain routes, performs.

"Appreciation goes to Marc, along with high praise for the Ducati team responsible for crafting this motorcycle. A warm greeting to the latest member, the Panigale V2. The choice of keeping the weight down continues to lead us to victory."

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Video Emerges of Valentino Rossi's 100km of Champions Kicking Off in Le Mans Fashion

Marco Bezzecchi Provides a Fresh Look at the 100km of Champions Event

Video showing the tumultuous beginning of Valentino Rossi's 100km of Champions race has emerged.

Marco Bezzecchi has revealed the origins of the past Saturday's event in Tavullia.

.@Marco12_B offers a sneak peek at @ValeYellow46's hometown event, #La100kmDeiCampioni race 👀 pic.twitter.com/klPvABEcmj— Monster Energy (@MonsterEnergy) January 13, 2025

The race spanning 50 laps at Rossi's ranch kicks off with a starting grid reminiscent of the 'Le Mans style'.

This implies participants begin the race on foot, quickly move towards their bicycles, mount them, and then proceed to ride away.

This approach gained renown through the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race.

The video captures Bezzecchi as he dashes over to a motorcycle, held upright by his teammate Francesco Bagnaia, then leaps aboard and kicks off the race.

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Rossi has also offered new insights into the off-air competition held in his native town on Saturday afternoon, during the yearly gathering he organizes.

Aerial video captured the thrilling grid formation reminiscent of Le Mans just as the motorcycles took to the off-road circuit.

The cameras capture incredible shots of The Doctor expertly maneuvering through the curves.

Additionally, the footage includes a view from Rossi's perspective, along with an iconic shot of the MotoGP star performing a wheelie as he crosses the finish line.

Rossi and Luca Marini secured second place in the Champions' 100km race.

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Trackhouse reveals eye-catching 2025 MotoGP design as the unveiling season kicks off

The American team prepares for its sophomore season

Trackhouse Racing has revealed an eye-catching new design for its vehicles as it embarks on its second season in MotoGP, coinciding with the start of the 2025 racing

In 2024, the racing team owned by Justin Marks broadened its scope by stepping in to fill the void left by the now-defunct RNF team, becoming Aprilia's official satellite team in the top-tier racing category.

Discover More: Trackhouse's Unique Strategy to Distinguish Itself Among MotoGP's Elite Teams

Trackhouse, featuring riders Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez, secured a podium finish in the German GP sprint and recorded their highest placement, sixth, during a Sunday race at the Catalan GP.

An injury towards the end of the season for Oliveira and a decision to alter the bike specifications for Fernandez mid-season significantly impeded the advancement of Trackhouse, resulting in the team concluding the year in ninth place, just above the two teams from Honda.

Fernandez, who secured second place in Moto2 in 2021, continues with the squad as the sole rider from last season's lineup for Aprilia this year, teaming up with Ai Ogura, the current Moto2 champion.

In 2025, Trackhouse is set to provide both of its riders with equal machinery, upgrading to the latest Aprilia models, after beginning the 2024 season with a 2023-spec RS-GP for Fernandez.

In Charlotte, North Carolina, Trackhouse unveiled its NASCAR race car and MotoGP motorcycle.

In its inaugural year, Trackhouse operated with two distinct paint schemes. For its sophomore season, the team has updated its look, opting for a design that heavily emphasizes the color blue.

Team leader Davide Brivio has suggested the possibility of unveiling a unique paint scheme later in the season, marking the collaboration with Gulf under Trackhouse's recent alliance.

"Brivio stated, 'This marks a significant milestone as we launch into our second year with the Trackhouse Team.'"

"The initial year served as a period of education for us, and we aim to apply all that we've gained in knowledge as we enter our second season, which promises numerous fresh developments."

Certainly, the latest bike model leans more towards the aesthetic of Trackhouse, and we've established a partnership with Gulf, leading to another thrilling design.

Being part of a team associated with such a distinguished brand – a brand that I've always held in high esteem within the motorsport realm – is truly an honor. We're eager to unveil our unique livery, which I'm confident will stand out as something extraordinary and distinctive in MotoGP.

This year, Trackhouse leads the pack by kicking off the 2025 season, with the Aprilia factory team set to follow on January 16th. Shortly after, Gresini Ducati will unveil their season on January 18th, and the Ducati factory team will make their debut on January 20th.

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MotoGP 2025: Unveiling of All Team Liveries

Explore the refreshed appearances of all teams with each unveiling event.

As we approach the 2025 MotoGP season, teams are at last revealing their liveries for the upcoming competition.

The start of the launch season kicked off on January 14th with Trackhouse and will wrap up on February 8th with the LCR team. Comprehensive information about each team’s launch is available here.

Here are the updated paint schemes for each MotoGP team for the 2025 season.

Trackhouse Racing Aprilia, a team based in the United States, revealed its fresh livery for the 2025 season during an event on January 14th at its headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.

In its sophomore year in MotoGP, Trackhouse Racing, which stepped in for the now-disbanded RNF team in 2024, will continue competing with drivers Raul Fernandez and Ai Ogura.

This story is currently unfolding. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available.

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Trackhouse reveals eye-catching MotoGP design for 2025 as launch season kicks off

U.S. team prepares for its sophomore season

Trackhouse Racing has revealed an eye-catching new design for its second season in MotoGP, as the 2025 launch season kicks off.

The team owned by Justin Marks broadened its racing activities in 2024 by assuming control of the now-defunct RNF team, becoming Aprilia's satellite squad in the top racing category.

Find out more: MotoGP's latest team aims to differentiate itself from the major manufacturers.

Featuring riders Miguel Oliveira and Raul Fernandez, Trackhouse secured a podium finish during the German GP sprint and achieved their top Sunday result with sixth place at the Catalan GP.

A late injury in the season for Oliveira, coupled with a change in bike specifications for Fernandez midway through, significantly disrupted Trackhouse's advancement. As a result, the team concluded the year in ninth place, surpassing only the two Honda teams in the rankings.

Fernandez, who finished as the second-place rider in the Moto2 category in 2021, continues with the team as the sole returning competitor on Aprilia's lineup this year. He will be accompanied by Ai Ogura, the current Moto2 champion.

In 2025, Trackhouse will ensure that both of its riders have machines that match Aprilia's standards. This comes after they begin the 2024 season with Fernandez using a 2023 model RS-GP.

At its headquarters located in Charlotte, North Carolina, Trackhouse unveiled both its NASCAR vehicle and its MotoGP motorcycle.

During its inaugural year, Trackhouse operated with two different liveries. As they enter their second season, they've updated their design to prominently feature a blue color scheme.

Trackhouse is the initial team to unveil its plans for the 2025 season. The factory Aprilia team is scheduled to reveal their plans on January 16, followed by Gresini Ducati on January 18, and the official Ducati team on January 20.

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MotoGP 2025: Unveiling of Team Liveries

Explore the fresh designs for each team as they debut their latest appearances

The 2025 MotoGP season is just around the corner, and teams have started to reveal their new designs for the upcoming competition.

The launch season kicked off on January 14 with Trackhouse and will wrap up on February 8 with the LCR team. You can find comprehensive information on each team's launch here.

Here is the updated look for each MotoGP team for the 2025 season.

Trackhouse Racing Aprilia, a team based in the United States, was the pioneer in revealing its fresh livery for the 2025 season. This event took place on January 14 at their headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina.

In 2025, Trackhouse Racing is entering its second season in MotoGP. The team first appeared on the scene in 2024 after taking over the operations of the now-defunct RNF team. The current riders for Trackhouse Racing are Raul Fernandez and Ai Ogura.

This story is still unfolding. Additional information will be provided as it becomes available…

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Video footage has been unveiled showcasing the Le Mans-style start of Valentino Rossi’s 100km of Champions event. Marco Bezzecchi provides fresh insights into the 100km of Champions.

Video of the tumultuous beginning of Valentino Rossi’s 100km of Champions event has been made public.

Marco Bezzecchi has explained how last Saturday's main event in Tavullia began.

.@Marco12_B offers a sneak peek into @ValeYellow46’s hometown race, #La100kmDeiCampioni 👀 pic.twitter.com/klPvABEcmj— Monster Energy (@MonsterEnergy) January 13, 2025

.@Marco12_B offers a sneak peek into @ValeYellow46’s hometown race, #La100kmDeiCampioni 👀 pic.twitter.com/klPvABEcmj

The race at Rossi's ranch, consisting of 50 laps, kicks off with a starting grid reminiscent of the 'Le Mans-style'.

This requires participants to begin the race by running on foot, quickly reach their bicycles, mount them, and then proceed with their ride.

This technique gained fame from its use in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans race.

Bezzecchi's video captures him dashing over to a motorcycle held up by his fellow racer Francesco Bagnaia, then hopping on and beginning the race.

Check out this Instagram post from Valentino Rossi (@valeyellow46) where he shared an update.

Rossi has provided new insights into the unbroadcasted race that occurred in his hometown on Saturday afternoon during the yearly event he organizes.

Aerial images captured the thrilling Le Mans-style lineup at the starting grid just before the motorcycles raced onto the dirt track.

The cameras capture amazing shots of The Doctor maneuvering around the corners.

The footage includes a view from Rossi's point of view, as well as an iconic image of the MotoGP legend performing a wheelie as he crosses the finish line.

Valentino Rossi and Luca Marini finished in second place in the 100km of Champions race.

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