Pablo Espargaro believes that Pedro Acosta will achieve his first victory in MotoGP during the Austrian Grand Prix, after showing great performance recently. The competition has been intense, but the Red Bull Ring circuit has proven to be a favorable ground for KTM, the brand of the Spanish rider.
Acosta will leave KTM at the end of this season to join Ducati, making this his last opportunity to shine in his home country. The rider arrives in Spielberg after three outstanding weeks in Silverstone, Aragon, and Misano, where he has competed on equal terms with riders from Aprilia and Ducati, despite having equipment considered inferior.
Pol Espargaro has expressed his hope that Acosta can break his losing streak of victories, stating that the Austrian circuit represents a great opportunity: ‘If there is a place to win, it is here.’ Espargaro has commented that Acosta’s recent performances have been very encouraging, especially on tricky circuits where KTM has faced difficulties.
Despite Espargaro’s optimism, Acosta has acknowledged that a victory will not be easy, given the strong competition presented by Ducati and Aprilia. ‘We must be realistic; the current situation is that we are a step behind them,’ the rider has stated.
Despite the challenges, Acosta has expressed that winning in Austria would be an ideal way to close his chapter with KTM. ‘It would be the best farewell possible, considering the support I have received since my beginnings in motorcycles,’ Acosta commented, hoping that his last race at home will be memorable.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
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