About this episode

The episode previews the AmericasGP at COTA, discussing the dynamics between Ducati and Aprilia and the implications for the race.

COTA is a Marc Marquez track...or is it? I discuss why the answer is both yes, and no - and whether that could lead to an epic Ducati-Aprilia MotoGP shootout - as part of our preview of the AmericasGP! The Rundown: - COTA! My preview of Round 3 of the MotoGP season - the AmericasGP - The Track - is this a Marc Marquez track? Yes. And no. But also yes. - The Favorites - each has a weakness - which could put Ducati and Aprilia on level footing - The Watch List - one rider looking to recover, two trying to keep momentum - Fermin Aldeguer contract: a clear sign Gresini is leaving Ducati? - The Hot Seat - incuding two riders trying to race themselves out of a 2027 deal - The Picks! For the Sprint and MotoGP Race Find all of the latest episodes at Motoweek.net , follow on Bluesky and Instagram – and you can support the show on Patreon ! Thanks for listening!

People in this episode

Host: MotoWeek

Topics covered

• MotoGP
• AmericasGP
• COTA
• Ducati
• Aprilia
• racing preview

Keywords

• MotoGP
• AmericasGP
• COTA
• Ducati
• Aprilia
• Marc Marquez
• Fermin Aldeguer
• racing
• track preview

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Ducati, Aprilia

Places: COTA

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