Spanish teen Aldeguer to race in MotoGP with Ducati

The 18-year-old Aldeguer is currently competing in Moto2 and won the final four races of last season, finishing third overall.

Published : Mar 19, 2024 08:37 IST - 1 MIN READ

FILE PHOTO: Fermin Aldeguer.
FILE PHOTO: Fermin Aldeguer. | Photo Credit: REUTERS
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FILE PHOTO: Fermin Aldeguer. | Photo Credit: REUTERS

Spanish teenager Fermin Aldeguer will move up to MotoGP with Ducati in 2025 on a two-year deal with an option for two more years, the Italian manufacturer said on Monday without naming the team.

The 18-year-old is currently competing in Moto2 and won the final four races of last season, finishing third overall. He is widely expected to join the Pramac satellite team.

Ducati Corse general manager Luigi Dall’Igna said in a statement that Aldeguer was “one of the strongest riders in the new generation of MotoGP.

“Over the last few years, we have followed his evolution; during the last season, he showed incredible speed. He is a very young guy with the potential and characteristics to do well, and we will give him all the technical support to help him grow.”

The rider said he was realising a childhood dream.

“The time has arrived to take the big leap and compete with the world’s finest riders, and what’s more I’ll be doing it with the best bike on the grid,” he said.

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