Enea Bastianini
Enea Bastianini is a rider who thrills on track, and causes plenty of headaches for his Ducati teammates. After claiming the 2020 Moto2™ World Championship, ‘The Beast’ earned a premier class seat with Gresini Racing. After a solid rookie year, he blossomed into a full blown title contender in 2022, with a superb opening night Qatar win followed by three more. Stay up to date with all things Bastianini right here!
Rider Profile-
KTM set for battle in 2025: 'We are quite prepared"
Team Manager Aki Ajo reviews pre-season for the four RC16 riders and shares their outlook on the upcoming season opener in Thailand
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FULL PRESENTATION: KTM Factory Racing and Tech 3 launch 2025 livery
There are four World Champions in the ranks for KTM in 2025 but can they return the Austrian manufacturer to the top?
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"From the third or fourth race, we can be competitive" - Bastianini
A new challenge awaits 'The Beast' in 2025 and he doesn't think it'll take too long until he's able to challenge
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A CHAMPION LINE-UP: KTM Factory Racing and Tech 3 reveal 2025 colours
Brad Binder, Pedro Acosta, Maverick Viñales and Enea Bastianini across both teams with one goal between them...
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UNHEARD: "Let's go get it!"
Pecco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Jorge Martin reflect on a brilliant Tissot Sprint that keeps the title fight alive in Barcelona!
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Bastianini relives stunning Sprint start and decisive last-lap move
The #23 pinched P2 from Jorge Martin in the Tissot Sprint and moved into third in the Championship having come from eighth on the grid at the Solidarity GP
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LAST LAP: The title race intensifies with a dramatic last-lap overtake
Enjoy the finale to the Solidarity GP Tissot Sprint, where Pecco Bagnaia delivered under pressure as Enea Bastianini and Jorge Martin renewed rivalries
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Battle for bronze: "We're struggling more than usual"
Just one point separates Marc Marquez and Enea Bastianini in the fight for third in the Championship, and neither rider was completely happy with their Friday performances
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"I have to think about myself" - will team orders come into play at Ducati?
Enea Bastianini and Marc Marquez discuss the title fight and potential team orders as the Championship battle heads to Malaysia
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Bastianini on Sprint win: It was a good fight, we're always close
'The Beast' revels in his Sprint victory, relishing the close battles that keep the title race more exciting than ever
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"I was pushing too much!" - Hear from the top three in Q2
Get the thoughts of Pecco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Jorge Martin as they discuss their Thai GP qualifying efforts in Parc Ferme
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UNHEARD: "I almost crashed into Martin!"
Jorge Martin, Marc Marquez and Enea Bastianini react to a highly dramatic and entertaining Tissot Sprint on their way to the podium in Australia
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"It was a fantastic battle!" - Bastianini toasts comeback special
The Italian executed a remarkable comeback from P10 to P3, securing another podium finish in the Tissot Sprint and keeping his slim title hopes alive
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"55% Martin, 45% Pecco" - How close is 2024's title fight?
Responding to comments made by the Pramac rider during the week Pecco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Marc Marquez discuss who they think will go on to win the Championship
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UNHEARD: "I messed up like crazy"
Watch Pecco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Marc Marquez reflect on the Tissot Sprint in Emilia-Romagna
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REACTION: Bastianini and M. Marquez talk epic podium battle!
It went down to the wire, but 'The Beast' took bragging rights over the #93 with P2, while also delivering a blow in their fight for third in the Championship
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"We had to use the mapping with less power!" - Tissot Sprint reactions
Hear from the top three as Pecco Bagnaia made it three wins in a row and Enea Bastianini and Marc Marquez were back on the podium at the Japanese GP
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Is it game over for Bastianini and M. Marquez in the title race?
Both riders recorded DNFs in different circumstances at the Indonesian GP, denting their Championship ambitions
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Bastianini sets pace too hot to handle and crashes out of victory fight
The Italian was riding in third and catching the frontrunners, but moments after posting an incredible lap, went into the gravel trap at Turn 1
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Ready to pounce: Bastianini primed for Sunday's race
After triumphing in a fierce battle with Marc Marquez for second, Enea’s confidence is sky-high as he looks to strike again in Indonesia
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Bastianini posts record-breaking benchmark but still chasing perfection
The Italian looked in top form after the opening day in Mandalika, and despite obliterating the lap record, he feels he still hasn't had a flawless run
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How will title contenders attack the Championship run-in?
Jorge Martin, Pecco Bagnaia, Enea Bastianini and Marc Marquez detail their strategies ahead of the crucial final races of the campaign
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Bastianini’s winning instinct: "If the chance is there, you have to take it"
After a dramatic last-lap overtake on Jorge Martin, 'The Beast' secures Ducati’s milestone 100th win and explains why he didn’t hold back
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"The manoeuvre was a bit too much" - Parc Ferme reaction
Hear the immediate thoughts of Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin and Marc Marquez as they debrief Sunday’s stunner at Misano
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UNHEARD: "Nothing to lose, everything to gain"
Podium trio Marc Marquez, Pecco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini catch their breaths after a spectacular San Marino GP
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Sixth sense: Bastianini's nose for success helps secure home podium
'The Beast' made it six podiums in six MotoGP™ races in Misano, overcoming stomach problems as he could smell success coming his way!
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23 questions with the #23, Enea Bastianini
From switching to KTM to being a huge Harry Potter fan, get to know the Italian star a little better before his home Grand Prix in Misano!
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Bastianini: I'm here to fight for the Championship
It was far from a perfect weekend for the Italian, but he capped a fine Sunday performance with a podium and remains defiant about his title challenge
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REWIND: The Fantastic Beast
Relive the best of the action from Silverstone as Enea Bastianini emerged as a serious title contender during a vintage British GP weekend
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UNSEEN: "Wingardium Leviosa!"
The Weasley twins from Harry Potter joined the celebrations and found the fantastic Beast Enea Bastianini enjoying a top class Silverstone performance with Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia
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UNHEARD: "I like those liveries more than the ones we are using"
Podium trio Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin and Pecco Bagnaia unpack a thrilling afternoon at Silverstone
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Bastianini on spellbinding Silverstone weekend: "I only missed pole position!"
'The Beast' played down his title hopes after a magical British GP win in front of some famous faces
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UNHEARD: "It was absolute chaos"
Follow Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin and Aleix Espargaro behind-the-scenes as they reflect on the Tissot Sprint at British GP
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"It's beautiful to be back!" - Bastianini beats Martin to victory
The Italian secured his first ever Tissot Sprint victory after a sensational battle with the Pramac rider, which also sees him move to third in the title race
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"That whole Sprint was crazy!" - Tissot Sprint reactions
Enea Bastianini delivered a thrilling Saturday performance to beat Jorge Martin to glory, with Aleix Espargaro on the podium
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Trouble at Turn 11: Bastianini and Bezzecchi react to heavy crashes
Both Italians also fell victim to the same corner where Marc Marquez highsided, and they review what went wrong
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Bastianini's incredible comeback: From 10th to the podium
The Italian rider soared to third in Sunday's race, battling with the likes of future Pierer Mobility Group colleagues Brad Binder and Pedro Acosta
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How did Bastianini decide on a switch from red to orange?
The Italian will vacate the factory Ducati seat after two seasons to take up an opportunity with the re-branded Red Bull KTM Tech3 team in 2025
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From the Inside: The Ducati guessing game takes a twist
Track the weekend of the contenders for the factory seat as they all clashed at the Italian GP, before three suddenly became two on Monday
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UNHEARD: "I rode like a rookie today"
Podium trio Bagnaia, Bastianini and Martin unpack the Italian GP in the cooldown room following 2024's edition at Mugello
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Bastianini: "I want to see this Beast for the rest of the year"
That last corner pass on Martin hands ‘The Beast’ P2 on home turf as the Italian explains his late race comeback
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CONTACT: Bastianini crashes after incident with Martin
Watch as The Beast drops out of contention on Lap 3 at Turn 1 as the Ducati duo battle for P2 in the Tissot Sprint
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Italians talk potential Aprilia switch: "It could be a great choice"
Hear from Bastianini, Bezzecchi, Di Giannantonio and Morbidelli as they assess the vacant factory Aprilia seat for 2025
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REVEALED: Bagnaia admits who is his preferred 2025 teammate
Speaking to Canal+, the reigning World Champion has finally said who he wants to partner him next season between Enea Bastianini, Marc Marquez and Jorge Martin
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"We have to consider all their history, not just 2024” - Dall’Igna on 2025 decision
Enea Bastianini, Jorge Martin or Marc Marquez? The Ducati Corse General Manager opens up on the battle to be Pecco Bagnaia's factory teammate in 2025, with Mugello mooted as a decision deadline
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RIDER REACTION: From podium contenders to gravel trap victims
Six riders reflect on tumbles that saw each of them hit the deck in dramatic fashion, dashing their top three hopes and blowing the Sprint wide open!
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UNHEARD: "Everyone was elbows out at the start!"
The podium trio reflect on a frantic but compelling Americas GP at COTA
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Bastianini and Martin talk podium duel: "It was a really good fight"
'The Beast' had the measure of the Championship leader in Austin, and the Ducati rivals react to their battle for P3 at the Americas GP
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'The Beast' announces his return
Following a difficult 2023 Enea Bastianini closes in on his best form, but some problems remain
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"This 24 bike is better everywhere!" - Bastianini blazes a trail on Day 2
The factory Ducati rider posted a brilliant 1:57.134 to record the fastest-ever lap around Sepang and feels there is more to come
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Highlights from the 2024 Ducati Lenovo Team Presentation
Enjoy a selection of the best bits from the action in Italy as the factory Ducati squad launch their 2024 campaign
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"I’m here to fight for the title" – Bastianini
‘The Beast’ looks ahead to the 2024 MotoGP™ season at Ducati Lenovo Team’s official launch in Italy
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2024 Ducati Lenovo Team Presentation
Reigning World Champion Pecco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini reveal their liveries for the 2024 campaign from Italy
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WATCH: Q1 close call between Bastianini and Lecuona
The Beast unleashes fury as hot lap ruined by Lecuona blunder
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UNHEARD: "Keep the Championship fight going until Valencia!"
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"The Beast is back!" - Bastianini fires off statement win
After an incredibly difficult campaign for the Italian, with rumours his factory Ducati seat is under pressure, he gave the perfect response in Sepang
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Sunday Press Conference: Grand Prix of Malaysia
The riders that stood on the Sepang podium share their thoughts and emotions after Round 18
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
MotoGP™ race recap: The Beast roars into life as Bagnaia bounces back
It was a great day for the factory Ducati team as both their riders finished on the podium, and Pecco's chief title rival missed out
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"One of my most important poles" - Parc ferme reactions
Hear from the top three in QP after Pecco Bagnaia stole pole position from Jorge Martin late on, while Enea Bastianini completes the front row
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Bastianini: They all want my factory Ducati bike
Acknowledging that 2024 is pivotal for him after a torrid, injury-ridden campaign, the Italian says he'll prove his worth despite pressure from his satellite counterparts
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SPLIT OPINION: Miller & Bastianini react to on track incident
The Ducati rider feels he had little to do with the Australian's crash, but the KTM star felt he could have done more to get out of the way
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WATCH: Miller rages at Bastianini after gravel trap trip
The Australian laid the blame of his Practice crash firmly at the feet of the Ducati rider on Friday afternoon in Indonesia
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Reassuring news for Bagnaia but Bastianini faces surgery
Davide Tardozzi, Ducati Team Manager, gave mixed news regarding his factory riders after crashes at the Catalan GP
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WATCH: The reason Bastianini was given a Sunday grid penalty
The Ducati rider was found guilty of riding slowly on the racing line at Turn 1, and has been handed a three place grid penalty as a result
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Bastianini backed by Ducati: "They know my potential"
Davide Tardozzi confirmed the Italian will remain part of the factory set up in 2024 on Friday in Barcelona, and 'The Beast' is hoping to repay their faith
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Marquez: "It's something that happens in your worst moment"
Marc Marquez and Bastianini react to their strange Q1 collision that resulted in the #93 crashing at Turn 4
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Bastianini offers fitness update ahead of racing return
The Italian still doesn't feel 100% after suffering a shoulder injury, but is confident of completing his first Grand Prix weekend of 2023
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Bastianini's crucial Jerez decision must wait until Saturday
It was a tough return to action for the Italian following a stint on the sidelines and he will have to "check the situation in the morning"
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Bastianini: My Championship won't begin until Mugello
The Ducati rider has been absent since Round 1 and has earmarked the Italian fixture as the date he will return to full fitness
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Spanish GP: Pre-Event Press Conference 3
Alex Marquez, Jorge Martin and Enea Bastianini look ahead to the Spanish GP
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Marini crash wipes out Bastianini in Tissot Sprint
The factory Ducati was left helpless as his VR46 counterpart took him out during the first-ever MotoGP™ Tissot Sprint in Portimao
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Bagnaia v Bastianini: "We're free to do as we want in race"
The relationship between the factory Ducati duo is one of the storylines of the season as both seem destined do battle for the 2023 title
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
Portuguese GP: Bastianini, A. Espargaro, Oliveira
Catch the three contenders previewing the weekend at their Press Conference in Portimao
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How is the new Bagnaia & Bastianini relationship faring?
Hear from the reigning World Champion, The Beast and Team Manager Davide Tardozzi about how the 2023 factory Ducati pairing are gelling
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Videos
No life like the snow life! Ducati duo hit the slopes
Braving the chilly weather, the Pecco Bagnaia and Enea Bastianini showed off their skills on the Italian slopes after their team launch
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"I want to win" - Bastianini unwilling to play second fiddle
Stepping up to the factory team, the Italian admits he has lots to learn and is excited to battle teammate Pecco Bagnaia for honours in 2023
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The top five moments from Enea Bastianini's season
'The Beast' took four wins and third in the Championship after a remarkable sophmore year, which has seen him promoted to the factory outfit
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How did Bastianini's first day in red go?
A late crash couldn't take the smile off of The Beast's face after making his factory Ducati debut
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WATCH: Bastianini takes his first-ever tumble in red!
The new factory Ducati rider hit the gravel at Turn 6 during the afternoon session at the Valencia Test
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Race recovery sees Bastianini seal third in the Championship
The Italian also claimed Top Independent Rider honours in Valencia as he prepares for a new adventure with the Ducati factory team in 2023