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Trackhouse Racing is poised to confirm Enea Bastianini, but the exit of Ai Ogura from the MotoGP scene leaves paddock observers with a sense of missed opportunity.
Yamaha is pinning its MotoGP revival on the arrivals of Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura in 2027, expecting the duo to inject fresh momentum into a struggling factory program.
Ai Ogura took victory on Day 1 of the MotoGP German round but was quick to flag unresolved setup issues on his Aprilia ahead of Sunday's race.
Yamaha has locked in reigning MotoGP champion Jorge Martín and Moto2 standout Ai Ogura for a two-year factory deal starting in 2027.
Yamaha has confirmed deals with Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura for the 2027 MotoGP season, signaling a major reshuffle in the factory lineup.
From Ai Ogura skipping post-race celebrations to a standing ovation for Fabio Di Giannantonio and Álex Márquez showing his injuries, the MotoGP paddock delivered off-track drama this week.
Ai Ogura claimed victory at the 2026 Dutch MotoGP at Assen, adding another premier class win to his growing résumé at the iconic Dutch circuit.
Ai Ogura took his first premier class victory after Marco Bezzecchi crashed out, marking a landmark moment in the Japanese rider's MotoGP career.
Ai Ogura has ended a 22-year wait for Japan in MotoGP, claiming a landmark race victory that marks a generational shift in the premier class.
Marc Marquez claimed victory at the Czech MotoGP at Brno, finishing ahead of Ai Ogura and Francesco Bagnaia in a compelling race result.
Ai Ogura's podium result at Brno has given Trackhouse Racing a concrete answer to skeptics, signaling the American outfit is building something real in MotoGP.
Ai Ogura stunned the MotoGP field by setting the fastest time in practice at the Czech Grand Prix, putting himself firmly in weekend title contention.
