Maverick Viñales

MotoGP returns from its summer break at Silverstone, where the British Grand Prix presents a unique challenge: will the circuit see a 12th different winner in as many visits?

Maverick Viñales will sit out the upcoming British Grand Prix to continue his recovery from shoulder surgery, with Pol Espargaró stepping in for Tech3 KTM. This marks Espargaró's first MotoGP appearance of the 2026 season.

KTM's factory MotoGP team will continue its long-standing partnership with Red Bull, ensuring the iconic livery remains on the RC16 motorcycles as the sport transitions to new 850cc engine regulations in 2027.

Maverick Viñales has expressed profound disillusionment with MotoGP, indicating he feels "burnt out" and is questioning his future in the sport following a significant contractual dispute with KTM.

Enea Bastianini is now free to finalize his anticipated transfer to Trackhouse Aprilia for the 2027 MotoGP season, following the expiration of KTM's option to retain him.

Marc Márquez carries his Hungarian momentum into Brno, topping the first free practice for the Czech Grand Prix despite a late fall. Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi faces work to do after finishing only 16th in a session marked by incidents and changing grip.

Maverick Viñales is set to make his highly anticipated return to MotoGP this weekend at the Catalan Grand Prix in Barcelona, following a period of recovery from shoulder surgery. The Red Bull KTM Tech3 rider missed the last two rounds of the championship.

Fabio Di Giannantonio agrees to join KTM's factory MotoGP squad in 2027 as teammate to Alex Marquez, leaving VR46 Ducati after deadline ultimatum. The move displaces Maverick Viñales and opens VR46 seat for Nicolò Bulega.