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Marco Bezzecchi is staying at Aprilia for MotoGP 2027 – which is just as well given he’s ‘married’ his bike
Aprilia has announced that Marco Bezzecchi has extended his contract with the team for two more years, following his impressive performance in the 2025 season where he secured three wins and finished third overall in the championship standings. Bezzecchi’s unexpected status as the team’s number one rider was further solidified by his late-season success during the absence of reigning world champion Jorge Martin, who was plagued by injuries.
The timing of Bezzecchi’s contract extension has surprised some, coming before the 2027 MotoGP season has even started and before other key players like Marc Marquez and Fabio Quartararo have finalized their plans for the upcoming season. Speculation suggests that Marquez’s potential deal with Ducati has hit a snag over the length of the contract, while Quartararo has yet to confirm any agreements with Honda or other manufacturers.
With Bezzecchi’s position now secure, the focus shifts to who will be his teammate in 2027. Speculation points towards Pecco Bagnaia potentially joining Bezzecchi at Aprilia, following Jorge Martin’s tumultuous season and rumored move to Yamaha. The puzzle pieces for the 2027 MotoGP grid are slowly falling into place, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.
