Trackhouse Aprilia plans to retain Raul Fernandez for 2027 season
Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 19, 2026, 5:31 PM
Last updated Jun 19, 2026
Trackhouse Aprilia is nearing a deal to keep Raul Fernandez for the 2027 MotoGP season. Team owner Justin Marks initially aimed to secure Japanese rider Ai Ogura but faced delays in Ogura's contract signing. This change in focus reflects the team's strategy as they prepare for the upcoming season, emphasizing the significance of rider retention amid a competitive paddock. Further details regarding the contracts and Fernandez's role are expected soon.
- •Trackhouse Aprilia close to finalizing contract with Raul Fernandez.
- •Justin Marks considered Ai Ogura but faced contract delays.
- •Negotiations reflect team’s objective for rider retention.
- •Details on the contract's terms are forthcoming.
- •Changes in strategy emerge as the 2027 season approaches.
- 5:31 PMAutosport — Trackhouse Aprilia set to finalise Raul Fernandez 2027 MotoGP deal
- 5:28 PMMotorsport.com — Trackhouse Aprilia set to finalise Raul Fernandez 2027 MotoGP deal
"After speaking with several riders in the MotoGP paddock, Trackhouse Aprilia team owner Justin Marks has finally decided he would like to keep Raul Fernandez for another season. The North American team's main objective for 2027 was to retain Japanese rider Ai Ogura and make him the constant in the equation. However, Ogura delayed signing the offer Marks presented to him earlier this year, then ...Keep reading
"After speaking with several riders in the MotoGP paddock, Trackhouse Aprilia team owner Justin Marks has finally decided he would like to keep Raul Fernandez for another season. The North American team's main objective for 2027 was to retain Japanese rider Ai Ogura and make him the constant in the equation. However, Ogura delayed signing the offer Marks presented to him earlier this year, then ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportJun 19, 2026, 5:31 PMTrackhouse Aprilia set to finalise Raul Fernandez 2027 MotoGP deal
After speaking with several riders in the MotoGP paddock, Trackhouse Aprilia team owner Justin Marks has finally decided he would like to keep Raul Fernandez for another season. The North American team's main objective for 2027 was to retain Japanese rider Ai Ogura and make him the constant in the equation. However, Ogura delayed signing the offer Marks presented to him earlier this year, then ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 19, 2026, 5:28 PMTrackhouse Aprilia set to finalise Raul Fernandez 2027 MotoGP deal
After speaking with several riders in the MotoGP paddock, Trackhouse Aprilia team owner Justin Marks has finally decided he would like to keep Raul Fernandez for another season. The North American team's main objective for 2027 was to retain Japanese rider Ai Ogura and make him the constant in the equation. However, Ogura delayed signing the offer Marks presented to him earlier this year, then ...Keep reading
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