Ducati has made its first move in the MotoGP rider market, finally announcing the line-up of Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta for the 2027 campaign, and the former’s new deal could include a clause that could see him return to Honda.
The body of the reigning world champion remains in Borgo Pangale Ducati The factory MotoGP efforts until the end of the 2028 campaign, following the confirmation of the brand Marquez has signed a two-year contract extension Tuesday.
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It has also been confirmed by the Italian developer who will be teaming up with him in the red overalls next year. The best-kept secret in the MotoGP paddock is finally out – Francesco Bagnaia goesAnd He replaces Pedro Acosta..
The new rules era for MotoGP next year is a coup for the reigning world champions, who will have the most explosive rider line-up.
As a result, it is reported that Ducati has protected their investment for the next two years by inserting a special clause. Marquez A new deal.
Marc Marquez’s new contract could include a clause saying he cannot join Honda.
Despite the sensation, Marquez will continue to ride for Ducati until 2027, with the Spaniard still from Honda Return to a fairytale full circle moment by finishing the job on the same developer that started it.
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Márquez has emotionally left Honda at the end of 2023.Following 11 highly successful years that saw them win the Premier Division title six times. However, the last few years have been marred by a number of injury woes.
It was recently reported that Marquez held a top secret meeting with Honda officials In Valencia last year’s season finale. Team manager Alberto Puig has been asked to reveal Marquez’s thoughts on his future, which ultimately does not include Honda.
Now, base Sky ItaliaDucati already prepared some additional conditions for the clauses in his favor and expected the return of Marquez in the future.
For example, Marquez will be free to retire at the end of the 2027 campaign if he decides to call it a day due to ‘physical limitations’ or ‘lack of motivation’, but the report states that he will not be able to return to Honda for next year in 2028.
It remains to be seen whether his new teammate Acosta will be on the same long-term deal, but whether he will also have an extension in his contract that could hinder him in the future.
for now, Acosta’s dream of racing alongside Marquez will finally come true.And there is no doubt that they will provide explosive entertainment on the same machine next season.
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