Luca Marini Heading to Tech3 KTM for 2027-2028 Season

Marini Moves to Tech3 KTM

Luca Marini is set to join Tech3 KTM for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons, according to reports from Motorcycle Sports. The Italian rider would line up alongside Senna Agius, the young Australian who has been building momentum in the junior categories, giving the French-based satellite outfit a mix of experience and emerging talent.

The reported deal marks a significant shift for Marini, who has spent recent seasons searching for consistent results at the top level. Landing a two-year contract provides the kind of stability that shorter deals rarely offer, giving him time to develop with KTM machinery rather than chasing results under immediate pressure.

Who Is Senna Agius?

Agius is one of the more closely watched young riders on the MotoGP radar. The Australian has been progressing through the feeder series and a place at Tech3 KTM would represent a major step up. Pairing him with Marini, a rider who carries considerable Grand Prix experience, could help accelerate his development in what would likely be his first full premier class campaign.

Tech3 has a long history of providing a platform for riders at different stages of their careers. The team has helped develop future champions and given experienced riders a second wind. That dual role suits this reported lineup well.

What It Means for the 2027 Grid

The MotoGP grid for 2027 is still taking shape, but this reported pairing slots one more piece into place. KTM, which has been competitive with both its factory RC16 and satellite entries, would have Marini and Agius representing the Tech3 arm of its program.

For Marini, the move represents a chance to rebuild. His career trajectory has had its challenges and a stable two-year project with a manufacturer that is investing heavily in its MotoGP program could be the environment he needs to show what he can do over a sustained period.

Agius, meanwhile, would be stepping into a team with structure and resources rather than scrambling for a seat mid-grid. The combination of his youth and Marini's experience makes for a logical pairing from a team management perspective.

Motorcycle Sports first reported the story, and no official confirmation from Tech3 or KTM had been issued at the time of writing. As with most grid announcements at this stage of the season cycle, formal confirmation is expected closer to the end of the current campaign.