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Casey Stoner Backs Acosta's Ducati Move, Wants 'More Patience'

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Former champion Casey Stoner endorsed Pedro Acosta's move to Ducati for 2027, saying "you can't argue with the line-up," while urging Acosta to show more tactical patience on difficult days. Stoner also said he feels "very sorry" for Pecco Bagnaia, who delivered Ducati's first title since 2007 but is being moved aside for Aprilia.

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Sergio Higuchi

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From what I've seen on the ground, Stoner's read is dead on. Acosta's fast, but he still hasn't learned how to grind out a bad day. Pairing up with Márquez on the 2027 Ducati, whether he can use his head as well as his fingertips on the throttle is what'll decide it. And the sympathy for Bagnaia makes sense to anyone who's been in the paddock.