Pedro Acosta has identified the cause of his crash during the MotoGP Thai GP and is confident he can prevent it from happening again. He expressed concerns regarding poor track conditions at the upcoming Argentine GP, where he lacks data from previous races, but he remains optimistic following KTM’s prior successes at the venue.
Pedro Acosta has identified the cause of his recent crash during the MotoGP Thai Grand Prix and believes he knows how to prevent similar incidents in the future. The KTM rider, who was expected to perform well in the season opener at Buriram, ended up finishing in 19th place after a difficult race, where he experienced challenges with maintaining control of his bike. Acosta specifically noted that the 2025 KTM seemed to lose rear grip more easily under braking than in prior races.
Reflecting on the incident, Acosta acknowledged, “I already understand what happened in Thailand, and I know what needs to change to prevent that from happening again.” However, he refrained from disclosing specific details about the adjustments he plans to implement.
As the team prepares for the upcoming Argentine GP, Acosta noted that he has not raced on the Termas de Rio Hondo track in MotoGP due to its absence from the calendar in 2024. During his previous appearances at the venue in other classes, he secured finishes of 12th in 2023 and 7th in 2022.
KTM had a promising performance in the last Argentine GP with Brad Binder winning the sprint race after starting from 15th. Despite this, Acosta anticipates challenges due to limited data from the track, compounded by usually dirty conditions. He suggested that the first practice session might not yield fruitful results, stating, “Friday morning’s session will probably be a waste of time, as the conditions won’t be right for racing.”
In summary, Pedro Acosta has gained insights into the causes of his crash in Thailand and is poised to make necessary adjustments to avoid future incidents. Despite facing challenges at the upcoming Argentine GP, Acosta remains optimistic, building upon his team’s resilience. His statement about the anticipated conditions and lack of data suggests a strategic approach as he prepares for this next race.
Original Source: www.crash.net
