MotoGP promoter Dorna Sports has changed its name to MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group. The move reflects a wider focus on growing the championship as a global sport and entertainment product, including media, promotion and fan engagement. The organisation says the new identity better represents its long-term plans to expand MotoGP’s audience worldwide. Source - motogp.com
Jorge Lorenzobelieves Marc Marquez is no longer the risky rider he once was. He said Márquez now rides with more control and experience, choosing his moments instead of constantly pushing beyond the limit. The change comes after injuries in recent years, with a more calculated approach helping him stay competitive.
MotoGP has reorganised its commercial department as part of plans to expand the championship worldwide. The changes aim to strengthen promotion, partnerships and business operations while supporting long-term development of the series. The restructure is intended to help MotoGP grow its audience and commercial opportunities in the coming years. Source: MotoGP.com
Jorge Martin will travel to Thailand for the Buriram MotoGP test as he continues recovering from injury. The aim is to check his fitness and see if he can ride before the season opener. A final decision on his participation will be made after medical evaluation once he arrives at the circuit.
Johann Zarco said there is still a clear performance difference between Honda and Ducati in MotoGP. He explained Ducati has stronger acceleration and overall stability, while Honda is improving but not yet at the same level. Zarco believes the project is moving forward, but more development is needed before Honda can regularly fight at the front.
Fermín Aldeguer will not race in the Thailand MotoGP round as he continues recovering from a broken femur suffered in a training crash. The injury requires more rehabilitation, so he has also missed pre-season testing. His team will use a replacement rider for the event while Aldeguer focuses on returning fit for the following races.
Honda says its MotoGP project has improved after winter testing. Riders reported better feeling with the bike and the team now has a clearer development direction than last year. The manufacturer is not calling itself a title contender yet, but believes the recent work has created a stronger base for the upcoming 2026 season.
Jorge Lorenzo is working with Maverick Viñales to help him return to his strongest level in MotoGP. Lorenzo believes Viñales still has the speed to fight at the front but needs confidence and a more aggressive mindset again. The focus is on improving consistency and getting comfortable with the bike so he can perform regularly across a race weekend.
Valentino Rossi finished third at the 2026 Bathurst 12 Hour with Team WRT in a BMW M4 GT3. Starting seventh, the team stayed consistent and moved into podium position during a race filled with crashes and long interruptions. Despite the chaotic conditions, the No.46 crew avoided trouble and secured another strong result in Rossi’s car racing career.
Aprilia says its 2027 MotoGP machine will not simply copy the current bike. The team wants to use experience from recent seasons but build a fresh project for the new rules era. Engineers believe knowledge transfer is important, yet the upcoming regulations require a different concept, meaning the next RS-GP will be designed with a new approach rather than a carry over design.