KTM test rider Dani Pedrosa says MotoGP rookie sensation Pedro Acosta has proved the 2024 RC16 is 'capable of helping good talent to be up front immediately'.
Acosta has been the hottest prospect in the grand prix paddock from the off in Moto3 in 2021 and has already stunned in his first three rounds in the premier class. Securing a maiden grand prix podium with third at the Portuguese GP in round two, Acosta was seconded at the Americas GP having led for a while.
Dani Pedrosa Photo by: Gold and Goose / Motorsport Images 'So, we are happy on that side. Obviously, the results are coming also because he is very motivated. We are overall very happy about his performance.' Pedrosa, who is wildcarding for KTM this weekend at Jerez, says he is keen to see what Acosta looks like on track in front of him this weekend.
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