Le Mans

Yamaha Motor Racing has officially announced the signing of Jorge Martín and Ai Ogura as its factory riders for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons, marking a significant shift in the rider market.

Francesco Bagnaia, the factory Ducati rider, expressed optimism that his recent third-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix in Mugello could mark a turning point after a challenging period in his MotoGP career.

Defending champion Marc Marquez trails leader Marco Bezzecchi by 71 points after five rounds and faces an extended absence due to a foot injury from Le Mans. Ducati's strategic priorities for 2027 cast further doubt on his 2026 championship bid.