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Explanation: Why KTM’s Struggles Aren’t Francesco Guidotti’s Fault

1 years ago By Sports Desk

KTM had a very encouraging day during practice for the Japanese MotoGP, despite announcing the replacement of their team principal, Francesco Guidotti. In 2025, Guidotti will be replaced by Aki Ajo, marking a major change after a season that has not met the ambitious manufacturer’s expectations.

Brad Binder set the fastest time during Friday’s practice at Motegi, keeping KTM in the spotlight. However, some in the paddock have criticized KTM for parting ways with Guidotti, though he downplayed the situation, stating: “I don’t see any drama.”

Michael Laverty, a commentator for TNT Sports, explained that a MotoGP team principal is not directly responsible for the bike’s performance: “In general, they are not part of the technical process. That falls to the team’s technical director, the test team, and the engineers. Francesco’s role was to bring the team together.”

Laverty further explained that Guidotti was responsible for creating a good team dynamic, encouraging communication between engineers and staff, and managing external communication, which he did very well. “His job was to organize race weekends, plan them, and structure the team. He ticked all those boxes,” Laverty added.

KTM’s factory rider, Jack Miller, also defended Guidotti, calling it “bullshit” to blame him for KTM’s lack of competitiveness compared to Ducati, or even Aprilia. “Francesco is a fantastic team leader, he did a great job with Pramac. Give him the right tools, and he could have done the same at KTM,” Miller said.

TNT Sports commentator Gavin Emmett reacted to Miller’s comments by noting a “little dig at KTM.” Additionally, Bjorn Estment, a member of Brad Binder’s inner circle, praised Guidotti’s personal and professional qualities, stating: “Francesco is a great guy. He has always done a good job, and whoever hires him next will be lucky.”

Despite constant progress in recent years, KTM seems to have taken a step back this season, especially with the introduction of new Michelin tires that have given Ducati a significant advantage. KTM, on the other hand, has struggled, leading to tough decisions internally.

As Pedro Acosta and Brad Binder occupy fifth and sixth place, respectively, in the MotoGP standings ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix, KTM remains the best non-Ducati manufacturer. However, they have not managed to position themselves as serious championship contenders this year.

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