As both the motorcycle manufacturer and the MotoGP team grow suspicious, KTM is on the brink of collapse and looking for a savior for their future.
Report from The requirement After 2026, it is suggested that they plan to leave the sport before the introduction of the new technical regulations.
It follows the announcement of bankruptcy by parent company Pier Mobility, which owes nearly €3 billion (£2.5 billion).
KTM He has the best factory rider ever with Brad Binder joined by rising star Pedro Acosta.
If the team is forced to scale back due to financial problems, it’s a shame they won’t have the chance to flourish in the coming years.
Mercedes could be an option to save KTM with a financial injection.
There have been discussions for Lewis Hamilton to take over the leadership of the team, but his offer for MotoGP’s manufacturer-only side has little merit considering the entire company needs a cash injection.
The team remains committed to competing for the time being, but there will be external pressure to save money in all areas.
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of £43bn-estimated Mercedes could be a takeover candidate, according to AutosportFrom 2023, they participated in their meetings with KTM CEO Stephane Pierre.
Few companies are in a better position to bail KTM out of financial trouble, creating an incredibly interesting partnership in the process.
Can KTM keep MotoGP riders?
KTM has a very strong line-up in 2025, with Binder and Acosta two riders who finished in the top 6 of the championship last year.
The problem is that the group’s exposure could bring interest from stable rival outfits looking for long-term solutions.
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Acosta is one of the hottest properties on the market and has been exploring his options if forced elsewhere.
Honda will probably offer him the best package for 2026, but he will still have to wait the rest of the season before moving on.
It’s a tough task for Binder, who has been with the team since 2020 and is about to be forced to move for the first time in his MotoGP career.
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