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Acosta: 'I've Never Had Friends in the Paddock' Ahead of Ducati Move

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Pedro Acosta, 22, who joins Ducati as Marc Marquez's teammate in 2027, said "I've never had friends in the paddock, and I'm glad, because that way I have no qualms about passing anyone." He argued true friendship is impossible between rivals chasing the same goal, hinting at a return of rivalries like Rossi vs. Biaggi.

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Sergio Higuchi

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Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

Having watched this from the paddock, this kind of honesty feels good to hear. From corner entry to exit, there's really no room for friendship out there anyway. I can't stop grinning imagining how it plays out once he's teammates with Marquez. Can't wait for 2027.