My decisions go «beyond the technical aspect»
Many believe that Gigi Dall’Igna is not very aware of what’s coming his way. Despite his eminently technical vocation, his position as general manager of Ducati means that his sphere of influence is not limited exclusively to the design of the Desmosedici, the most dominant prototype in MotoGP history. His voice was also decisive in the decision […]
What Motorsport.com is looking forward to in 2025
The Dakar Rally has claimed its first high-profile victims, and the chequered flag has fallen on the Dubai 24 Hours with victory claimed by the Al Manar Racing by WRT BMW. After a brief lull while gravy-soaked turkey and pigs-in-blankets were consumed, motorsport is well and truly back. The year ahead promises numerous talking points across […]
Martin thinks next MotoGP title chance could come in 2026
New Aprilia MotoGP signing Jorge Martin believes he could possibly have a chance to fight for the championship again in 2026. The reigning champion has switched to Aprilia’s factory team on a two-year contract after being snubbed of a chance to move up to the factory Ducati team in favour of six-time champion Marc Marquez. […]
Bagnaia was thinking about 2024 MotoGP mistakes during honeymoon
Francesco Bagnaia has admitted that he pondered over the mistakes he made during an unsuccessful MotoGP title bid in 2024 while on his honeymoon during the off-season. Having gotten married to his girlfriend Domizia Castagnini in July, the factory Ducati rider belatedly went on his honeymoon after the conclusion of the 2024 MotoGP season. The […]
Yamaha or Honda — Who has made the most progress in MotoGP?
Ducati’s rise to the top of the pecking order in MotoGP has coincided with the fall of Japanese giants Honda and Yamaha. Long the championship’s dominant force and title favourites, both have gradually slipped down the order and are now battling to avoid finishing last in the standings. Honda’s dominance came to an abrupt end […]
Should MotoGP follow WSBK and let sprint races decide the starting grid?
MotoGP introduced sprint races at the start of the 2023 season, significantly changing the series’ old and proven weekend format. While the consensus remains that the move is a success, some feel that it has taken attention away from qualifying and made the schedule even more punishing for teams. In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com’s […]
Honda hopes Mir doesn’t lose motivation during its MotoGP nadir
Honda is hoping that its lead rider Joan Mir can maintain his motivation level until it is able to produce a competitive bike in MotoGP again. The Japanese manufacturer’s 2024 campaign was arguably its worst-ever in the premier class, as it ended the year at the bottom of the standings with just 75 points on […]
The steps KTM is taking to protect its MotoGP division while it awaits a saviour
Pedro Acosta was at home when he found out about the technical knockout in which KTM has found itself, right after the great revelation of the 2024 MotoGP championship had finished sixth in his rookie season with the most podiums of the Austrian manufacturer’s rider line-up. The gravity of the situation, especially after the declaration […]
When are teams revealing their new bike liveries?
All 11 MotoGP teams will reveal their 2025 bikes and liveries in January and February ahead of the opening round of the season in Buriram, Thailand on 2 March. With pre-season testing scheduled in Malaysia and Thailand, and South-East Asia seen as an important market for manufacturers, most teams have chosen this part of the […]