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Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta discuss MotoGP team-up for 2027 season

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:43 PM

Last updated Jun 25, 2026

Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta discuss MotoGP team-up for 2027 season

Summary

Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta addressed expectations surrounding their partnership at Ducati for the 2027 MotoGP season. Acosta will replace Francesco Bagnaia, joining reigning champion Marquez on the factory team. Both riders emphasized a focus on teamwork over rivalry, despite speculation about competitive tensions. Ducati's announcement of the lineup occurred on June 25, 2026, setting the stage for their collaboration next year.

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Key Details

•Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta to race for Ducati in 2027.
•Acosta replaces Francesco Bagnaia on the team.
•Both riders minimize rivalry concerns ahead of season.
•Ducati announced the partnership on June 25, 2026.

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4:43 PMMotorsport.com — Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta give early verdict on 2027 MotoGP partnership

What they're saying

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Marc Marquez and Pedro Acosta have played down talks of an intense rivalry when they race for the factory Ducati squad as team-mates in MotoGP next year. Ducati announced on Wednesday that it has signed the highly-rated Acosta to replace Francesco Bagnaia, forming a star-studded line-up alongside reigning champion Marquez. The prospect of having both riders on the same bike builds further ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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