Febvre plans move to Ducati after 2026 MXGP season
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 12:49 PM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
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Romain Febvre will leave the Kawasaki Racing Team at the end of the 2026 MXGP season. Currently second in points standings after the recent round in Lommel, Febvre has spent seven seasons with Kawasaki, winning a FIM Motocross gold medal in 2025. The Frenchman’s transition to Ducati is already in planning stages, indicating a significant shift in his career. As the season progresses, his performance may impact championship standings leading up to his departure.
- •Romain Febvre ranks second in points after recent Lommel round.
- •He has been with Kawasaki for seven seasons.
- •Febvre won the 2025 FIM Motocross gold medal.
- •Plans for the move to Ducati are already underway.
- 12:49 PMRacer — In the midst of MXGP title chase, Febvre already planning a fresh start with Ducati
"After seven seasons with the Kawasaki Racing Team on the KX450-SR in the MXGP World Championship, 2025 FIM Motocross gold medal winner Romain Febvre will depart the organization at the conclusion of the 2026 MXGP season. Second in points following the recent Belgian round at Lommel, the 34-year-old Frenchman will...
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