Aruba Team Parts Ways With Nicolò Bulega as VR46 Move Confirmed

The Aruba.it Racing team has officially parted ways with Italian superbike rider Nicolò Bulega, with the announcement coinciding with a formal statement expected from the VR46 Racing team. Bulega, who competed in the Superbike World Championship (WSBK) with the Aruba-backed Ducati squad, is set to make a high-profile move to the VR46 team owned by MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi. The separation marks a significant shift in the WSBK paddock, as Bulega had been one of the more promising young talents in the series. The Aruba.it Racing team, which fields Ducati machinery, will need to reorganize its rider lineup ahead of the upcoming season. VR46's entry or expanded involvement in WSBK signals growing ambitions for the Rossi-led organization beyond its existing MotoGP presence. The announcement from VR46 was expected to be made public on the same morning as Aruba's farewell statement, making it a coordinated transition. This move is considered notable in the world of motorcycle racing and reflects continued investment in the sport across multiple championship levels.