‘This season is our best shot at the title’ - Binder

Brad Binder heads into his fourth year in MotoGP and his ninth in Red Bull KTM colours as the South African sets his sights on 2023 success.

A double GP race winner in his opening two seasons in the premier class, alongside three podiums in 2022, Binder is hoping steps forward across the winter will give him what he needs to challenge consistently across the demanding season ahead.

“I’ve been many years with Red Bull KTM,” the 27-year-old said as the factory KTM team launched its 2023 livery. “It’s crazy to think it’ll be my ninth with them and fourth in MotoGP. It’s exciting.

“You know, I feel great this season. We ended last season in a good way, we left the last test with a lot of small improvements. Of course, there are things we need to work on but in general we’ve made a step forward. Any small step in MotoGP at the moment, considering how close it is… it can really go a long way. I really hope this is all building up into a season we expect from ourselves and hopefully we can get the results we know we’re capable of.”

“Sprint racing is going to be something that’s new to all of us,” Binder continued on the new addition for 2023. “A race in MotoGP on a Saturday is completely new but it’s something I’m excited for.

“I always prefer racing. If I had to choose between racing or laps in FP4, I’d definitely choose racing every time so… it’s exciting for us.

“It brings something completely new. You don’t need to worry about your tyre wear too much or anything like that. It’s going to be an all-out race and I’m sure a huge fight from beginning to end. So exciting! I’m really looking forward to seeing how the first one turns out in Portimao.”

One thing the South African is known for is his Sunday progression. Despite just