Daniel Holgado is being linked with a move to Gresini for the 2027 MotoGP season, so here’s everything you need to know about the Spanish talent in Moto2 right now.
loose He is a determined rider who has gradually worked his way up the world championship ranks and is now believed to be on the verge of graduating to the premier class in 2027. Gresini They are thought to have turned their attention to Holgado as part of a renewed march.
Reports of the claim began appearing at the end of March 2026 Gresini intends to sign Holgado for the 2027 MotoGP lineAhead of Alex Marquez and Fermin Aldeguer, both dropped the Fenza native. Marquez has joined KTM, while Aldegar is expected to join VR46.
In the year Graduating to MotoGP in 2027 marks the latest step from first cutting his teeth on Holgado’s journey at prestigious Spanish motorcycle racing school Cuna de Campeones. His racing journey started in 2018 in European junior categories.
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Daniel Holgado rejects Yamaha and KTM to make MotoGP debut with Gresini in 2027
Winning the race to sign Gresini Holgado was a coup for the team. It is said that Holgado rejected the opportunity to start in MotoGP with YamahaHe consulted with the Japanese brand before deciding on Gresini.
Furthermore, prior to his relationship with Gresini, Pete Baer has confirmed that KTM is in talks with Holgado In the year In March 2026, the 2027 MotoGP regulations with 850cc engines, a ban on ride-height equipment and further restrictions on aero proved tempting for a starter.
YamahaGresini and KTM At the beginning of 2026, he contacted Holgado and said that as a Moto2 The title defender in the middle class in the second campaign. Race wins were few and far between in Moto3 but he won twice as a rookie in Moto2 and then a second race in 2026.
Holgado has not won a race as a rookie since he won once in the 2020 Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup before arriving in Moto2 in 2025. The Rookies Cup marks his first season on the world stage, and his third-place finish in the standings in 2021 has come full circle. Moto3.
Respected talent scout Aki Ajo has taken Holgado under his wing at KTM Ajo for the 2022 Moto3 season before enjoying two seasons with the KTM-affiliated Tech3 Moto3 team. Holgado makes his Moto2 debut in the 2025 campaign for KTM’s strategic partner CFMoto.
Now, Holgado looks set to leave the KTM stable for his MotoGP debut in 2027 at Ducati for Gresini. With that in mind, here’s everything you need to know about Holgado.
How old is he? Daniel Holgado? When was he born?
At the time of writing, Daniel Holgado is 20 years old as he was born on April 27, 2005.
where was Where was Daniel Holgado born? What is his nationality?
Daniel Holgado was born in San Vicente del Raspeg – a municipality in Spain – which makes him Spanish. San Vicente del Raspeg is in the comarca of Alicante, in the community of Valencia.
How tall is he? Daniel Holgado? How tall is he in feet?
Standing at a height of 167 cm, Daniel Holgado measures only at 5 feet 5 feet and inches.
What is Daniel Holgado’s nickname?
As well as going by ‘Danny’ instead of Daniel, Holgado earned the nickname ‘The Hammer’ for his aggressive riding style and consistent lap times in qualifying and racing.
What is being said about Daniel Holgado? is he good
Daniel Holgado is one of the hottest young talents in the world championship paddock, and he first caught the attention of MotoGP teams while still competing in the lower divisions. Marc Marquez has named Holgado as a contender for the 2026 Moto2 title Before the season, as well.
Alberto Martinelli, who managed Holgado until 2025, even shared ownership of Gresini in April 2026. Nadia Padovani He admires the Spaniard for a long time. Martinelli also explained the skills that set Holgado apart from his peers, who may have more talent but lack his “commitment.”
he said. GPON“To be honest, I believe that David Alonso has more raw talent than Holgado. But Daniel’s strength lies elsewhere. He has determination, motivation and an incredible drive to succeed.
He is not as versatile as Alonso, but he copes with diligence. He has an incredibly strong mind, he wants to succeed at all costs, and in the end, that pays off.
“He may have a bit of a gap in raw talent, but he makes up for it with determination, hard work and perseverance… Nadia Padovani has always had a good spot for him.”
Daniel Holgado’s career statistics
Below, MotoGP News lists Daniel Holgado’s career statistics for the most recent full season.
| year | CATEGORY | group | races | WINS | PODIUMS | Poles | CHAMP | Points |
| 2018 | European Talent Cup | Talent group | 11 | 0 | 1 | 0 | P11 | 55 |
| 2019 | CEV Moto3 Junior World Championship | Talent group | 11 | 0 | 2 | 0 | P6 | 101 |
| 2020 | CEV Moto3 Junior World Championship | Aspar Group | 11 | 0 | 2 | 1 | P5 | 125 |
| Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup | 12 | 1 | 6 | 1 | P5 | 133 | ||
| 2021 | CEV Moto3 Junior World Championship | Aspar Group | 12 | 5 | 8 | 1 | P1 | 208 |
| Red Bull MotoGP Rookies Cup | 14 | 2 | 4 | 1 | P3 | 190 | ||
| Moto3 | CIP green energy | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | P28 | 1 | |
| KTM Tech3 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | |||
| 2022 | Moto3 | KTM company | 20 | 0 | 1 | 1 | P10 | 103 |
| 2023 | Moto3 | KTM Tech3 | 20 | 3 | 7 | 1 | P5 | 220 |
| In the year 2024 | Moto3 | GASSGAS TECH3 | 20 | 1 | 8 | 1 | P2 | 256 |
| 2025 | Moto2 | CFMoto | 22 | 2 | 5 | 4 | P6 | 208 |
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