Ducati Secures Racing Supremacy as Francesco Bagnaia Clinches MotoGP World Championship

Ducati continues its unrivaled dominance in the world of racing, as Francesco Bagnaia secures the MotoGP World Championship title, marking the second consecutive year of triumph for both him and the Desmosedici GP of the Ducati Lenovo Team. This victory underscores a historic season for the Borgo Panigale company.

Ducati’s prowess in passion and technology sets the standard for international racing, an achievement unparalleled by any other motorcycle manufacturer. The Ducati Lenovo Team’s success in clinching both the Riders’ and Constructors’ World Titles in MotoGP and WorldSBK for two consecutive seasons reaffirms the brand’s excellence.

The dream 2023 season for Ducati Corse sees further glory with the conquest of the Riders’ and Constructors’ World Championship in WorldSSP, solidifying Ducati’s commitment to pushing limits and overcoming challenges.

The Valencia Grand Prix witnessed the all-Italian duo of Francesco Bagnaia and the Desmosedici GP clinching the MotoGP World Title for the second straight year, leading the final standings with two other Ducati riders, Jorge Martín (Pramac Racing Team) and Marco Bezzecchi (VR46 Racing Team). This all-Ducati podium in MotoGP caps off a remarkable season with victories across major World Championships.

Beyond bringing joy to Ducatisti worldwide, Bagnaia’s stellar performance in MotoGP, Álvaro Bautista’s successful defense of the WorldSBK title, and Nicolò Bulega’s triumph in WorldSSP exemplify a clear philosophy of ceaseless improvement at Borgo Panigale.

The success of Ducati Corse’s racing season stems from engineering excellence, making the Desmosedici GP, Panigale V4 R, and Panigale V2 the standout motorcycles in their respective championships. Ducati’s achievement of winning both the Riders’ and Constructors’ World Titles in MotoGP and WorldSBK for two consecutive seasons is a historic feat unmatched by any other motorcycle manufacturer.

The 2023 MotoGP season highlights Ducati’s technical supremacy, rewriting significant records in the two-wheel World Championship. Notable accomplishments include the highest number of overall victories in a single season (17 Grand Prix out of 20) and a record for the highest number of different riders winning at least one Grand Prix (6 – Bagnaia, Bastianini, Bezzecchi, Di Giannantonio, Martín, Zarco).

Claudio Domenicali, Ducati CEO, expresses his pride in the team’s achievements and acknowledges the dedication that led to surpassing last year’s results. The podium sweep by three Ducati riders in the MotoGP overall standings is a testament to the brand’s supremacy in top-tier competition.

As Ducati celebrates the MotoGP, WorldSBK, and WorldSSP World Championships, the spotlight now turns to the upcoming celebration on December 15 in Bologna, where the achievements of this unforgettable sporting season will be honored.

Key numbers from Ducati’s domination in 2023:

In MotoGP:

• 17 victories, an all-time record.
• 6 Ducati riders winning at least one race, an all-time record.
• 9 races with a Ducati-only podium, a MotoGP record.
• 44 podiums across 8 different Ducati riders.
• 17 pole positions.
• 46 consecutive MotoGP races with a Ducati rider in the Top 3.

In WorldSBK:

• 27 victories for World Champion Álvaro Bautista, an all-time record.
• 59 overall victories on the Ducati Panigale V4 R, making Bautista the most successful rider in Ducati’s Superbike history.
• 45 podiums in the 2023 Superbike World Championship races.
• 79 WorldSBK triumphs for the Panigale V4 R since its debut in 2019.

In WorldSSP:

• 16 victories for World Champion Nicolò Bulega in the 2023 WorldSSP season.
• 33 podiums for Ducati riders on the Panigale V2 in the 2023 World Supersport Championship races.