Johann Zarco 99% sure to extend at Pramac Racing

In Barcelona, ​​Ducati swept away the last fears for the future of Johann Zarco. On the sidelines of the Catalan Grand Prix, Paolo Ciabatti, Ducati sporting director confirmed “ at 99% » the presence of Cannes next season. A confirmation which was able to give wings to his protégé who took advantage of Aleix Espargaró's incredible mistake to achieve his 3rd podium of the season.  
« The good news is that there will be Johann Zarco at Pramac in 2023, affirmed Paolo Ciabatti at the microphone of Canal +. It's not yet officially announced, we're finalizing discussions, but it's 99% sure. He is doing very well within this team. » 

🚨 Very good news: Johann Zarco will be a Pramac driver next year according to Paolo Ciabatti, all that's missing is the officialization! 👍#CatalanGP 🇪🇸 #MotoGP

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This decision by Ducati confirms the good performances of the Tricolore at Pramac which currently occupies 4th place in the championship. Before the Catalan Grand Prix, the Italian manufacturer had already affirmed their intention to keep the Tricolore. “ We are very happy with Johann. We are convinced that he can stay with us and we will do everything to », Confided the Team Principal of Pramac Racing, Paolo Campinoti to Canal +.  

🗨️ “We are very happy with Johann and we will do everything possible to ensure that he stays with us”

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« We always make the decision together with Ducati, but we have a little influence and what we want is to keep Johann Zarco. Of course it also depends on him, if he wants to continue with us, however I think that is the case, apart from the fact that we have very good relations », explained the leader of the Italian structure.  

Who will play with Francesco Bagnaia?

With the confirmation of the presence of Johann Zarco, there are still 2 handlebars left at Ducati for next season. Paolo Ciabatti also put an end to the suspense by affirming that Jorge Martin and Enea Bastianini will be under contract until 2024. “ We had always said that the objective was to have both, Bastianini and Martin with Ducati and that will be the result. They are with us (until) 2023 and 2024 », underlined the sports director. It remains to be seen at Ducati who will play alongside Francesco Bagnaia next year. Enea Bastianini currently holds the lead in this race against the Spaniard.  

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