Still no agreement between Ducati and VR46.... why?
VR46’s current contract as a Ducati satellite team runs until the end of this year, but they have a clause which enables them to extend it for another two years.has already expired.
Mauro Grassilli, who replaced Paolo Ciabatti as Ducati sporting director this year, was asked if VR46 are seeking an improved status.“We are talking to VR46 to expand our relationship.“We meet with them every week, but we have not yet found a solution.Yamaha - who VR46 owner has a glorious personal history with, and is currently a brand ambassador for - are at the front of queue.They have pinned down star rider Francesco Bagnaia on a long-term well-paid contract but might have to let other assets leave, as a result.
Jorge Martin, the Pramac rider who has twice missed out on a promotion to the factory Ducati team, plans to quit the brand unless he wears red next year.“The management of Pramac, which is our first satellite team, and also that of the other independent teams, will change a little,” Grassilli said. “The global economic situation forces us to be very careful in the amounts we allocate, both to the official team and to Pramac, which is the one that receives the greatest support from the factory.Where else could Martin go if he leaves Ducati?“At the end of the year most of the agreements expire, but given his talent it is obvious that he has many alternatives.
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