Ducati made its MXGP World Championship debut in the Netherlands with Tony Cairoli, who secured a solid seventh place in Saturday's Qualifying Race, showcasing the Desmo450 MX’s potential. On Sunday, Cairoli struggled with starts, finishing 15th in the first race, but fought back to 9th in Race 2 before a technical issue forced his retirement on lap six.

Despite the challenges, Cairoli praised the bike's performance, particularly in tough track conditions, and expressed satisfaction with the results, especially after three years away from the GPs. His solid performances highlighted the Desmo450 MX’s promise as a competitive contender.