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Davide Tardozzi discusses Ducati's approach for Indonesian GP

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 9:48 AM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Davide Tardozzi discusses Ducati's approach for Indonesian GP

Summary

Ducati MotoGP team manager Davide Tardozzi addresses the team's expectations for the upcoming Indonesian Grand Prix. He indicates that losing up to 12 points in the standings would be an acceptable result, particularly for lead rider Marc Marquez. Marquez has struggled at the Mandalika circuit in previous outings. The performance of the current GP26 bike at this track may also raise concerns. The Indonesian GP is scheduled for this weekend.

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Key Details

•Tardozzi believes losing 10 to 12 points is reasonable.
•Marc Marquez has a poor record at Mandalika.
•Concerns exist about the GP26's compatibility with the track.
•The Indonesian GP will take place this weekend.

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9:48 AMMotorsport.com — Davide Tardozzi on Ducati's Indonesian GP chances: 'Losing 10 or 12 points would not be bad'

What they're saying

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Ducati MotoGP team manager Davide Tardozzi says losing up to 12 points would be an acceptable outcome at the Indonesian Grand Prix this weekend. He was referring primarily to lead factory rider Marc Marquez, who is in the thick of the world championship fight but does not have a good record at Mandalika. The current GP26 may not take to the Mandalika circuit either, a point on which ...Keep reading
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