KTM solved their 2024 MotoGP rider line-up conundrum by nominating Pol Espargaro as the unfortunate rider to overlook out on a full-time trip.

Miller and Brad Binder are set to remain within the manufacturing unit staff whereas the teenage starlet Acosta will substitute Espargaro at Tech3 GASGAS, alongside Augusto Fernandez.

However Miller’s run of disappointing type – plus Acosta’s anticipated brilliance – have resulted within the KTM Motorsport Director being quizzed about whether or not one other massive choice may very well be made to swap their bikes subsequent yr.

“Miller is deliberate for KTM and Acosta for GASGAS,” was Pit Beirer’s solely response to Speedweek.

It hardly gave the impression of a ringing endorsement.

“A crystal clear denial sounds totally different,” the report states. He’s accused of “avoiding a transparent reply”.

Whereas Binder has established himself in fourth-place within the MotoGP standings, dragging KTM alongside as Ducati’s principal contenders, his teammate Miller has lagged behind.

Miller has scored zero factors from 4 grands prix in 2023, his debut season on a KTM after leaving the manufacturing unit Ducati staff.

A colorless Thirteenth-place end in Thailand adopted a pair of seventh-place finishes in Indonesia and Australia.

He has been on a Sunday podium solely as soon as this yr, in comparison with Binder’s 4 instances.

Central to this query is KTM’s perception in Acosta, who will likely be promoted from Moto2.

The identical report signifies that he might need a carbon fibre chassis (which Binder and Miller have not too long ago began utilizing) subsequent yr.

KTM beforehand opted to advertise Binder straight from Moto2 to their manufacturing unit staff.

Acosta’s impending arrival is already inflicting a stir…