Pramac, VR46, KTM Confirm 2026 MotoGP Lineups
Summary
As of early July, the 2025 MotoGP season has reached its midpoint. Several teams have officially announced their 2026 rider lineups, while a few seats remain under negotiation.
Confirmed 2026 lineups:
• VR46 Racing Team: Franco Morbidelli has signed a contract extension with VR46 Ducati, retaining his place alongside Fabio Di Giannantonio.
• Pramac Yamaha: Toprak Razgatlioglu officially confirmed his move from WorldSBK to Pramac Yamaha for 2026.
• Red Bull KTM Factory Racing: Pedro Acosta will continue with the factory KTM squad, reflecting the team’s confidence in his rapid development.
Open seats and ongoing talks:
• Aprilia Racing: Reports indicate Jorge Martin is in discussions over a contract extension; interest from Honda has also been mentioned but remains unverified.
• Pramac Yamaha: The second seat alongside Razgatlioglu is still open, with Jack Miller named among potential candidates in early-stage talks.
• Castrol Honda LCR: One slot is reportedly available as the team evaluates its rider lineup, with Somkiat Chantra’s status yet to be confirmed.
With most factory rosters locked in and only a handful of negotiations ongoing, teams are moving quickly to finalize their 2026 grids before pre-season testing.