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Preparations for the 2026 MotoGP season are in full swing, especially in the Ducati camp. While world champion Marc Marquez is back in intensive training after his injury break, a serious accident involving Fermin Aldeguer has put a damper on things early on.

Even before the first race, Toprak Razgatlioglu’s move to MotoGP is attracting attention. Rider manager Alberto Vergani compares the Superbike star to former world champion Casey Stoner, while also urging patience.

With the presentation dates for all teams now set, the 2026 MotoGP season continues to take shape. Between mid-January and early February, the factory teams and satellite teams will unveil their new colors for the first time.

Toprak Razgatlioglu is preparing for his first year in MotoGP and has already set himself clear goals. His focus is on none other than Marc Marquez, whom the Superbike World Champion wants to challenge in the long term.

MotoGP is facing a major upheaval, as new technical regulations requiring 850cc engines will come into effect in 2027. At the same time, speculation is rife as to whether new manufacturers will enter the premier class of motorcycle racing.

During an international raid in Mexico, investigators discovered an extraordinary collection of historic and modern racing motorcycles. The seized machines are attributed to one of the FBI’s most wanted criminals and are considered one of the most spectacular collections of its kind.

MotoGP looks back on a 2025 season that achieved new records in almost all relevant key figures. The series recorded significant growth both at the racetracks and in the digital space.

Italian manufacturer Ducati suffered a serious theft last fall. Racing parts for MotoGP and Superbike worth around €200,000 were stolen, but have since been recovered by the police.

An original MotoGP racing motorcycle from private ownership will go under the hammer in early 2026. Aleix Espargaró is parting ways with his personal Aprilia RS-GP 20, a key bike in the Italian manufacturer’s development phase.

Ducati celebrates Marc Márquez’s 2025 MotoGP title with an extremely limited edition Panigale V4 special edition. The World Champion Replica combines exclusive technology with direct references to factory racing.

Honda begins practical testing of its new MotoGP motorcycle for the 2027 regulations in Malaysia. The first test marks the Japanese manufacturer’s entry into the 850cc era and its collaboration with tire manufacturer Pirelli.

After winning the Formula 1 title, Lando Norris is once again the center of attention in motorsport. Tech3 owner Günther Steiner has offered the Briton a test ride on a KTM MotoGP bike.

MotoGP faces landmark decisions off the track. KTM is restructuring its financial commitment, Honda is seeking fewer special privileges, and Maverick Vinales looks back critically on a missed career opportunity.

The discussion about a possible ban on seat winglets in MotoGP has been put on hold for the time being. A decision has been postponed because the manufacturers were unable to reach a unanimous agreement.

MotoGP is facing far-reaching rule changes, while prominent riders such as Marc Marquez and Johann Zarco are making headlines with personal developments. In addition, a curious theft in the paddock is attracting additional attention.

KTM tested its new 850cc engine for the MotoGP era starting in 2027 on the race track in Jerez for the first time. The first laps mark an important step toward the upcoming regulations, which will bring about profound technical changes.

Marco Bezzecchi looks back on a successful 2025 MotoGP season and analyzes the extraordinary consistency of world champion Marc Marquez. In statements made during conversations with SPEEDWEEK.com author Manuel Pecino, he explains why the Ducati star dominated despite setbacks.

Exciting developments are on the horizon for the 2025 and 2026 MotoGP seasons. In addition to the Marquez brothers’ plans for the future, the focus is on Raul Fernandez’s rise and a special charity campaign involving Valentino Rossi.

Statements by Dorna CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta are stirring up discussion about possible MotoGP city races. New impetus from Liberty Media is reinforcing considerations as to whether selected Formula 1 tracks could be considered as venues.

Aprilia attracted attention at the MotoGP test in Valencia with an unusual rear wing. The component is strongly reminiscent of Formula 1 technology and is intended to open up new possibilities in the field of aerodynamics.