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Pedro Acosta will be a big piece in the 2027 MotoGP rider market
21-year-old Pedro Acosta, a rising star in MotoGP, expressed confidence and calmness regarding his future in the sport beyond 2026, despite ongoing speculations about his potential moves to other teams.
Having concluded his second MotoGP season in fourth place in the standings with 12 podium finishes, Acosta remains focused on securing his maiden race win.
While acknowledging KTM’s improved performance in the latter part of the season, Acosta has been critical of the team’s struggles and has been associated with transfers to VR46 Ducati and Honda for 2026.
As KTM aims to retain Acosta for 2027, he remains unfazed and emphasized the importance of staying fast and consistent without stressing over future decisions.
Acosta, during the Valencia test, highlighted his satisfaction with the current team setup and expressed optimism for the upcoming season, emphasizing the significance of consistency for achieving better results.
Although praising KTM’s progress, Acosta acknowledged the challenges faced in the 2025 season, particularly regarding tire wear issues that impacted their performance in the Valencia Grand Prix.
