Following his latest appearance as a substitute rider at the Qatar Grand Prix, Iker Lecuona has reaffirmed that his primary focus remains on the WorldSBK championship. Standing in for the injured Alex Marquez at the Gresini team, Lecuona delivered a solid performance, securing ninth in the Sprint and tenth in the main race to collect seven vital points.
The Spaniard's involvement with the Gresini squad has been significant this season. Having stepped in five times, including previous outings replacing Fermin Aldeguer in Australia and Malaysia, Lecuona has gained invaluable technical experience. He noted that the transition between MotoGP prototypes and his usual Superbike machinery requires constant adaptation, particularly regarding aerodynamics and the unique characteristics of Michelin tires.
"I had a lot of confidence to ride fast, felt very comfortable on the bike, and enjoyed it," Lecuona shared. He added that the lessons learned over the last three events would be instrumental for his future in the Superbike World Championship, especially concerning braking techniques and managing tire degradation over race distances.
Despite his ability to adapt to the technical differences between the bikes, the 26-year-old remains clear about his career trajectory. He has dismissed thoughts of a full-time MotoGP return for now, stating that the WorldSBK paddock and the Aruba.it Racing - Ducati team are his absolute priority as he prepares for the upcoming challenges.
Looking ahead, Lecuona is prepared to continue as a test or reserve rider for Ducati if called upon. However, his main objective is winning the WorldSBK title. He is set to team up with Franco Morbidelli next season, following Nicolo Bulega's move to the MotoGP grid in 2027.
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