MotoGP 2027 rider contracts and team changes announced

MotoGP 2027 rider transfers Ducati Marc Márquez Yamaha Jorge Martín KTM Alex Márquez

During the planning for the 2027 MotoGP season, Ducati confirmed retaining world champion Marc Márquez with a contract through 2028 and announced that Pedro Acosta will join the Italian factory as his teammate, ending Francesco Bagnaia’s stint at Ducati.

Bagnaia is set to move to Aprilia, where he will partner with Marco Bezzecchi; the team will not retain Jorge Martín. Yamaha confirmed a full‑time duo of 2024 champion Jorge Martín and Japanese rider Ai Ogura for 2027, releasing Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins. KTM finalized its lineup with Alex Márquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio after Acosta’s departure, while satellite‑team options remain under review.

These moves shape the 2027 grid ahead of the summer break after the German Grand Prix and influence other outfits such as Gresini and Tech3, which are evaluating riders like Joan Mir, Daniel Holgado, Luca Marini and Moto2 prospects. Analysts note the reshuffle reflects both performance goals and financial considerations for riders and teams.

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