Pedro Acosta leaves KTM for Ducati to chase MotoGP championship
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 7:57 AM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026

Pedro Acosta has announced his departure from KTM to join Ducati, stating he has 'no more time to lose' in his quest for a championship-winning MotoGP bike. Acosta has had a successful relationship with KTM since 2020, when he joined after winning the Red Bull Rookies Cup. His decision follows a climb up the grand prix racing ladder with KTM, where he showcased his potential. Acosta's transition marks a significant step in his career as he aims for greater success with Ducati.
- •Acosta leaves KTM for Ducati as announced on July 24, 2026.
- •He cites time constraints in his pursuit of a championship-winning bike.
- •Acosta joined KTM after his Red Bull Rookies Cup victory in 2020.
- •He has established himself in MotoGP through a successful stint with KTM.
- 7:57 AMMotorsport.com — Pedro Acosta on leaving KTM for Ducati: “I have no more time to lose”
- 7:57 AMYahoo Sports — Pedro Acosta on leaving KTM for Ducati: “I have no more time to lose”
"Pedro Acosta says he is leaving KTM for Ducati because he feels he has “no more time to lose” in his pursuit of a championship-winning MotoGP bike. The Spaniard has enjoyed a long and successful relationship with KTM since joining the manufacturer's ranks at the end of 2020, fresh from winning the Red Bull Rookies Cup. He quickly climbed up the grand prix racing ladder with the ...Keep reading
"Acosta reflects on the driving force behind his move to Ducati after spending the last five years as a KTM rider
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 24, 2026, 7:57 AMPedro Acosta on leaving KTM for Ducati: “I have no more time to lose”
Pedro Acosta says he is leaving KTM for Ducati because he feels he has “no more time to lose” in his pursuit of a championship-winning MotoGP bike. The Spaniard has enjoyed a long and successful relationship with KTM since joining the manufacturer's ranks at the end of 2020, fresh from winning the Red Bull Rookies Cup. He quickly climbed up the grand prix racing ladder with the ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 24, 2026, 7:57 AMPedro Acosta on leaving KTM for Ducati: “I have no more time to lose”
Acosta reflects on the driving force behind his move to Ducati after spending the last five years as a KTM rider
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