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Ducati considers handing Nicolo Bulega MotoGP debut, replacing Marc Marquez at Portimao

With Marc Marquez unlikely to return at the Portuguese Grand Prix in three weeks, Ducati is considering giving its World Superbike Championship rider Nicolo Bulega a chance in the MotoGP.

Bulega signed a two-season contract with Ducati in May this year as a WSBK rider and MotoGP tester, leveraging his experience with Pirelli tyres, which will be introduced to the premier class in 2027.

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