MotoGP’s ongoing season has been marked by increasing tension between two of the sport’s biggest manufacturers: Ducati and Aprilia. The rivalry has heated up both on the track and in the paddock, with fierce competition intensifying after Ducati’s dominance in the racing scene. Ducati currently has eight bikes on the grid, leading to controversy and complaints from its competitors, notably Aprilia, which has criticized Ducati’s overwhelming presence. 

Aprilia’s boss, Massimo Rivola, has called for a cap on the number of bikes any manufacturer can field to avoid MotoGP becoming a “one-make cup.” However, Ducati has firmly defended its strategy, pointing out that it is well within the regulations and that other manufacturers should step up to match its efforts. 

In response to these escalating tensions, Dorna, MotoGP’s governing body, has issued a stern warning to all teams. The organization emphasized that any reckless behavior, whether in negotiations or on the track, would not be tolerated and that harsher penalties could be implemented for infractions.

With Ducati and Aprilia’s rivalry showing no signs of cooling down, all eyes are now on Dorna to see how they will handle this increasingly volatile situation in the coming races. Fans are eagerly awaiting whether these tensions will lead to any major changes in the regulations or if the fierce competition will continue to define the season.