Franco Morbidelli is one of many riders out of contract at the end of the 2026 season, but the situation could be even more desperate.
The Italian has been retained for 2026 VR46 With Fabio Di Giannantonio. But while it is part of Ducati’s setup, its performance has come into question.
Morbidly He failed to win the race after two years on the GP24, the most important MotoGP bike ever built. Also, his antics during matches have landed him in hot water with the stewards and fans.
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MotoGP fans have often called for Morbidelli to be banned. In the year After several accidents with his fellow drivers in 2025. However, finishing seventh in the standings was good enough for his best friend. Valentino Rossi To issue a new contract.
But his future after 2026 is uncertain, and the 31-year-old is under pressure to hold his seat. Morbidelli is running out of options, and the last one is about to disappear.
Uncertainty over Valentino Rossi’s VR46 ownership could spell the end of Franco Morbidelli’s MotoGP career
Reports indicate that Morbidelli is entering his final season in MotoGP.As well as three other drivers on the grid. 2026 may also be the last for VR46.
Rossi’s team is linked with several changes after 2026, according to reports The VR46 could join the Aprilia in 2027.. It has even been suggested The competitionThat the ownership of the group may change.
There has been much doubt in the paddock over Valentino Rossi’s continued commitment to MotoGP team ownership, as have rumors. VR46 may not ‘exist’ by 2027..
Rossi is open to selling the team, so if he can’t do it in 2026, it could mean the end of Morbidelli’s career. The fact that the VR46 no longer exists makes that clear, but if they stay on the grid, the future of the Italian is not as secure as it used to be.
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Franco Morbidelli is no longer ‘protected’ by VR46.
Morbidelli has been described as the ‘Lance Stroll of MotoGP’His relationship with Rossi is a key reason why he is still on the grid.
However, in 2026, times are changing. Morbidelli may no longer be ‘protected’ From the name of accidents during the race.
Morbidelli is on ‘thin ice’ In the year In 2025 with the MotoGP stewards. If these continue in 2026, actions against him could be forgiving even with VR46 and Rossi’s soft spot.
In the year It will be up to Morbidelli to save his career in 2026 and get some performance in GP25. Otherwise, his days in the sport seem numbered.
