Marquez Reveals Informal Honda Talk Before Signing Ducati Deal

Marc Marquez has confirmed he held an informal conversation with Honda at last season’s Valencia Grand Prix about a 2027 return. The reigning world champion told DAZN Spain the meeting took place inside HRC hospitality but never reached formal negotiations. He said Honda is always Honda but Ducati listened first and made him feel respected. Marquez signed a new two-year Ducati deal last week. He called a Honda return romantic but said he had to use his head not his heart.

“Frustrating to Race Like This”, Alex Rins Demands Urgency on Yamaha V4 Upgrades

Alex Rins has expressed deep frustration over Yamaha’s vague technical roadmap after managing a hard-fought ninth-place finish at Assen. While Iwata officials promised crucial performance upgrades for the struggling 1,000cc V4 prototype before the 2026 season ends, Rins admitted he has completely been left in the dark regarding the exact timeline or which rider will actually receive them.

Toprak Razgatlioglu Frustrated After Technical Issue Ends Strong Race

Toprak Razgatlioglu’s race ended early after a severe chattering issue forced him to return to the pits. The Yamaha rider said he felt competitive after recovering from the back of the grid and believed he had the pace to challenge for a top-10 finish. He was encouraged by improvements in braking and cornering, adding that the team will investigate the problem and continue working to improve.

Jorge Martin & Ai Ogura to Yamaha Factory for 2027

Yamaha has officially signed reigning champion Jorge Martin and rising star Ai Ogura as factory riders for 2027-2028, replacing Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins. Fresh off his maiden MotoGP victory at the 2026 Dutch GP (Japan’s first win in 22 years), Ogura impressed with a unique riding style. Martin, battling injuries but competitive, teams up for a bold new lineup. Exciting times ahead!

Aprilia Boss Hails Trackhouse Double at Assen

Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola praised Trackhouse’s remarkable Assen weekend after the satellite team scored a sprint 1-2 on Saturday followed by Ogura’s maiden grand prix win on Sunday. Rivola said that’s enough, reflecting the scale of what the Trackhouse pairing of Fernandez and Ogura achieved against the factory Aprilia squad on identical machinery across the weekend.

Bezzecchi Cleared of Injury After Assen Crash

Marco Bezzecchi was hospitalised after crashing out of the Dutch Grand Prix, but has been cleared of any serious injuries. He crashed at the high speed Turn 15 on just the second lap while fighting Marquez for third. It was his third winless Sunday in a row, and he lost the championship lead to his own teammate Martin as a result. 

Marquez and Di Giannantonio Clash at Final Chicane

Marc Marquez ran wide through the final chicane while trying to defend fourth from Fabio di Giannantonio, also allowing brother Alex to pass. Both riders were penalised after the flag. Marquez kept his response diplomatic, saying he accepts it and they keep quiet, in a nod to old school paddock etiquette.

Martin Takes MotoGP Title Lead After Bezzecchi Assen Crash

Jorge Martin takes over the MotoGP title lead for the first time since COTA after third place at Assen combined with a DNF for teammate Marco Bezzecchi. Fabio di Giannantonio and first time winner Ai Ogura are now also within 25 points of the title lead. Martin had taken pole and led much of the race before the Trackhouse Aprilias came through in the closing stages.

Ai Ogura Wins Maiden MotoGP Race at Dutch Grand Prix

Ai Ogura is a MotoGP race winner after clinching victory at the Dutch Grand Prix in an Aprilia 1-2-3, fending off teammate Raul Fernandez and Aprilia’s Jorge Martin to grab his first premier class win. Ogura survived a scare when his rear ride-height device became temporarily stuck before passing Fernandez for the lead with nine laps to go, becoming Japan’s first premier-class winner since Makoto Tamada in 2004. 

Bezzecchi Hospitalised After Huge Assen Crash, Loses Title Lead

Marco Bezzecchi crashed out at high speed in the opening laps and threw away his championship lead in the process. The crash happened at Turn 15. He was conscious and seen sitting next to the wall surrounded by marshals before being taken to the medical centre for checks. It continued a streak of three straight races without a single point for the championship leader.