Ducati says the upcoming 2027 MotoGP regulations will limit extreme technical ideas teams could normally explore. Engineers explained the new rules aim to control performance and costs, reducing the chance of unusual engineering concepts. The manufacturer believes development will focus more on efficiency and balance rather than radical innovations once the new era begins.
Jorge Martín has been declared fit to take part in the Buriram MotoGP test. After recent injury concerns, medical checks confirmed he can return to the bike and continue pre-season preparation. The test will allow him to regain track time and assess his condition before the opening race weekend.
Jake Dixon has successfully undergone surgery in Melbourne after suffering fractures to his left wrist. The injury occurred during running at Phillip Island. Doctors carried out the operation soon after the incident and his recovery process has now started. Further updates on his return to racing will depend on rehabilitation progress in the coming weeks.
Nicolo Bulega set the quickest time in the opening WorldSBK practice session at Phillip Island. Sam Lowes finished second, while Axel Bassani placed third on the Bimota. Riders used the first session to evaluate tyres and setup ahead of the race weekend, with close lap times across the front group during early running.
MotoGP has confirmed the Australian Grand Prix will leave Phillip Island and move to a new street circuit in Adelaide from 2027. The proposed city track will feature 18 corners over roughly 4.2 km. Phillip Island has hosted the race for decades, but organisers have now agreed a new long-term hosting deal with South Australia.
MotoGP has confirmed plans to move the Australian Grand Prix from Phillip Island to a new street circuit in the future. The change is linked to new hosting agreements and long-term commercial planning. Phillip Island has been a long-time venue on the calendar, but organisers are now preparing for a different location once the current contract ends.
A veteran MotoGP team manager has suggested altering the race weekend schedule to a Formula 1-style format. The idea would reorganise sessions to make the event clearer for fans and improve viewing. He believes the current timetable can be confusing and a simpler structure could help engagement and promotion of the championship.
The Australian MotoGP is expected to leave Phillip Island after nearly 30 years as the Victorian government plans to end its hosting agreement. Rising costs and changing priorities are behind the decision, and other locations are being considered. Phillip Island has been a regular fixture on the calendar since the 1990s, making the potential move a major change for the event.
WorldSBK teams completed their last official pre-season test at Phillip Island before the opening round. Riders carried out race distance runs, setup adjustments and tyre checks during the sessions. A few minor crashes occurred but running continued, allowing teams to gather data before competitive racing begins in Australia.
Nicolo Bulega finished fastest in the final WorldSBK pre-season test at Phillip Island. The Ducati rider led the combined times after two days of running. Teams focused on race simulations, tyre evaluation and setup work as preparation for the opening round in Australia. The test marked the final track session before the championship start. Source: WorldSBK.com