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Tech 3 Racing boss Herve Poncharal opens up about ex-F1 team manager Guenther Steiner’s approach to invest
Tech 3 Racing boss Herve Poncharal has received a proposal from ex-F1 team manager Guenther Steiner as part of ongoing speculation about the team’s future in MotoGP.
Tech 3 Racing has been collaborating with KTM since 2019 and has achieved its first wins in the premier class, but faced financial uncertainty due to issues at KTM, which have been alleviated by an investment from Indian conglomerate Bajaj.
As contract negotiations for the years 2027-2031 approach, Tech 3 Racing is exploring options to ensure its presence on the MotoGP grid, including potential buyouts or investments from external sources.
Guenther Steiner has expressed interest in investing in Tech 3 Racing, with Poncharal considering whether this would be a partnership or a complete buyout.
Poncharal aims to secure the team’s future under new technical regulations from 2027 onwards while retaining the Tech 3 Racing name and base in France.
