KTM’s financial situation could spell the end of the road for them in MotoGP, but the big question is when.
Several names have been linked with deals to save the team but no concrete deals have been made and there have only been whispers of talks.
Can save confiscation. KTM From throwing the grid, but The requirement He reported that they could leave MotoGP by the end of 2026 if they can’t find a solution.
It will give them annual savings of £38m (€46m) as they struggle to keep the company afloat.
Lewis Hamilton’s investment idea is not practical Despite the advanced rhetoric, the company wants to save their entire business and not just their racing division.
Red Bull is not a ‘serious candidate’ to save KTM.
£43bn F1 producer Mercedes KTM is a candidate for rescue. Since 2023, current CEO Stéphane Perrier has been participating in their meetings.
They can bring in the immediate cash injection they need to pay off their £2.4bn debt.
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In theory, one of their main Formula 1 rivals, Red Bull, could also be interested.
In the year Since joining the division in 2017, they have a strong relationship with the team as the title sponsor.
Despite reports suggesting this may be the case, MotoMatters Journalist David Emmett understands that they are not a ‘serious candidate’ to save KTM.
What does KTM’s current MotoGP rider line up?
Amid KTM’s potential fallout, Pedro Acosta is making a move. At the age of 20, he understands the dangers of leaving without a ride.
After two dreadful seasons, securing a factory trip would have felt like a great reward for the Spaniard, but his future is now in doubt.
Teammate Brad Binder is entering his sixth season with the team in 2025 and has been a consistent performer.
Read more: Brad Binder has created ‘Critical Issues’ KTM and put the MotoGP team in trouble.
He has finished higher than sixth in the Championship in the last four seasons and has been one of their brightest flashes.
Both riders They are out of contract at the end of 2026 which means their racing case is secure as long as KTM’s commitment to racing remains strong, but after that they may be forced to look elsewhere.
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