Ducati makes its debut this year in motocross competitions and unveiled the bike with which it will do it – the Desmo450 MX. The presentation took place during the Campioni in Pista event in Madonna di Campiglio, this Monday.
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The new Ducati Corse Off-Road division is led by General Manager Paolo Ciabatti, as well as riders Alessandro Lupino and Tony Cairoli, who have participated in the development phase.
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Starting in March, both riders will compete in the Italian motocross championship – in preparation for entry into MXGP, which is expected to happen next year.