Danilo Petrucci recently expressed his desire to continue racing with the Barni Ducati squad for the 2025 World Superbike season. He mentioned that he hopes to finalize his plans in the near future. Petrucci, a two-time MotoGP race winner, had been considered as a potential candidate for a factory Ducati seat if Alvaro Bautista had decided to depart.
However, with Bautista likely to stay with the works Ducati team, Petrucci’s decision to stick with Barni Ducati seems more straightforward now. He emphasized his satisfaction with the team and his belief in their ability to secure race wins together. Petrucci is eager to make an official announcement regarding his future plans in the coming days.
Having transitioned to World Superbike with Barni Ducati in 2023 after a MotoAmerica Superbike season, Petrucci has achieved five podium finishes across 2023 and 2024. His consistent performances have placed him eighth in the current championship standings. A notable incident occurred in a recent race where Petrucci and Bautista collided on the first lap, affecting Bautista’s title aspirations.
Following the incident, both riders quickly acknowledged that it was a racing incident with no one to blame. They have jointly proposed moving the starting grid forward at the particular circuit to reduce the speed entering the tight chicane on the opening lap. Petrucci highlighted his positive relationship with Bautista and the mutual respect they share, indicating their mature approach to resolving on-track incidents.
This season has been eventful for Petrucci, and his focus remains on delivering strong performances with Barni Ducati. Fans can expect an official announcement regarding his 2025 plans soon as he aims to continue his journey in World Superbike with the team he trusts and values. The camaraderie between Petrucci and Bautista showcases the sportsmanship and professionalism that define the world of motorcycle racing.