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Ducati Wraps Up Balaton Park Test Ahead of MotoGP’s Return to Hungary

On August 5 Ducati riders ran Panigale V4 S Pros under testing restrictions, familiarising themselves with the circuit’s tight stop-and-go layout.

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Overview

  • Six Ducati factory and satellite riders plus test rider Michele Pirro used Panigale V4 S Pros to comply with the 15-day pre-race testing ban.
  • Pecco Bagnaia posted a best lap of 1:41.468 and Marc Marquez followed within a tenth during the private session.
  • Riders highlighted Balaton Park’s unique design with numerous heavy braking zones and high-grip tarmac requiring a distinct riding style.
  • Toprak Razgatlioglu’s World Superbike lap record of 1:38.357 sets a benchmark for MotoGP teams at the circuit.
  • Ducati will refine technical setups and logistics based on test data ahead of the inaugural Hungarian GP from August 22 to 24.