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Or Justin Cooper. Sure they aren't winning with him but they would save a lot of money during the time they restructure and look at a long term top guy that is paid to win titles.
Sexton won’t be “the guy” if he pits with Deegs. Shoulda stayed at Honda
Lol he certainly wouldn't be "the guy" at big red also 😂
He should just to Star.
You could take hombre out and still be correct....
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Vialle already has a contract and will need to move up. Plessinger is doing better than JCoop, so they already have a number 2 guy.
His B class year he was on star or at least had connection to the team.
What he is, is a mirror image of the Deegan fanboys and apologists he so deeply despises. Dude is up to his chin in hypocrisy.
If Vialle and AP ended up together on KTM 450s for 2026, it will be interesting to see how they measure up. I've got a feeling that Aaron will be better than Tom on the big bike.
He could very well be, but let's not forget that Aaron also has a lot of experience in the 450 class. Vialle would be a rookie and it usually takes a couple of years to adapt to the class.
At this point in their career, Vialle has a higher ceiling. That's why I mentioned they already have a number two guy. Tom has more years ahead of him and time to develop.
That said, Aaron is solid, and IMO, is more marketable than a guy like JCoop who appears to be more reserved. That's another reason why I think KTM would choose to keep Aaron over hiring someone like JCoop. Similar age, similar results, but one is more marketable. That counts for something as well.
He certainly could end up there, the conversation has already happened, but I haven’t heard anyone talking about it.
More than conversations he’s ridden the bike before
That was over a year ago.
I’m talking currently.
Someone said “if KTM doesn’t want to keep him?”
From what I understand that really doesn’t matter? They already committed to the 3rd year, if sexton signs the extension. So balls in Chase’s course whether Ktm wants him or not?
But also yeah ktm not wanting to keep the current MX Champ? Last years sx champ? One of the maybe 3 title threats to Jett? Chase gets a lot of hate for as fast as he is!
So, since Chase is lookin dam good on the pumpkin now, you think he'll be on orange in 2026?
I thought there was suspicion that Eli's "last full season" comment implies he might do SX only next year. That would make Yamaha with three champions under the tent for SX potentially. Seems unlikely or perhaps just too early too tell. Chase is looking great on the KTM and doing a reset to Yamaha, even if he likes the bike, may result in a drop in results initially. Who knows?
PC has not been keen on riders racing the European off-season events lately either.
If Chase ends up winning SX title this year I would say he stays at KTM
They can't afford to race now but it hasn't stopped them.
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I'd give it better odds now than a year ago. He and the bike seem to be working this year. KTM solvency could throw a wrench in the works now.
Chase has an opt-out after this season. If he doesn’t exercise it, he’s staying with KTM for at least 2026, regardless of the company’s financial situation.
Honest question- if the Bull doesn’t win the 250W title does he come back one more time? I have heard he’s guaranteed a 450 ride. Seems like if you come back for a 4th season and something goes sideways your value is going to drop. What say Vital Nation?
Brian mentioned that it was a 4 year plan on 250 before going 450.
With Ducati obviously being around and talk at A1 about the head honcho’s at Triumph being present. Who do people think those two companies will be throwing money at for 2026? I feel like Roczen and Anderson are the leading off contract guys to fill the #1 spots, Cooper and Plessinger would be great second seats. Maybe Ferrandis would be another target for a #2 rider?
Roczen is "NOT" TLD Ducati for 2026. Fixed it for you.
Right, dropping Fox and Red Bull?
Marc Marquez had to leave Red Bull
He wouldn’t have to leave Fox. He also may not have to leave Red Bull.
Ducati at the moment doesn't seem to have an energy drink sponsor, so I get why he wouldn't have to leave Red Bull, but why would he be allowed to stay with FOX?
Troy Lee tried to sign him to Gas Gas in the past and told Ken he’d be fine with him staying in Fox.
Would Fox be fine with that?
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