Biaggi Sees Aprilia Challenging Ducati in 2026 MotoGP

Max Biaggi, a former MotoGP champion and longtime ambassador for Aprilia, has expressed strong confidence in the manufacturer's ability to challenge Ducati's dominance as the 2026 MotoGP season approaches. In a recent interview with TNT Sports, Biaggi highlighted Aprilia's technical advancements and the versatility of its RS-GP bike, positioning it as a consistent contender across the grid.

The 2025 season marked a breakthrough for Aprilia, which secured its best results in MotoGP history by finishing second in the manufacturers' championship. The team claimed four Grand Prix victories, including three by rider Marco Bezzecchi at Silverstone, Portimao, and Valencia, along with one from Raul Fernandez of the Trackhouse team. Bezzecchi's strong finish propelled him to third in the riders' standings, behind Marc Marquez and his brother Alex. Despite Jorge Martin's injuries sidelining him for much of the year, Bezzecchi demonstrated the bike's potential by winning three sprint races late in the campaign and engaging in a close duel with Marquez at Misano.

Ducati, meanwhile, enjoyed another dominant year, winning 17 of the 22 Grand Prix races and sweeping all three world titles....