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The 2026 MotoGP season represents the final year of the current 1000cc regulations. In theory, the end of a rules cycle should see total competitive convergence on the grid. But history suggests otherwise, pointing to continued Ducati domination in 2026…
The transitional years in MotoGP are always the most interesting due to the testing of brand-new machinery and the potential for radical new concepts to emerge alongside the world championship events.
The current 1000cc era of MotoGP is set to end with the Valencia Grand Prix in mid-November, marking the longest lifespan of a rule set in the premier class since the switch to two-stroke 500s in the 1970s.
Over the years, MotoGP has seen significant changes in regulations, such as the shift to control electronics and the switch from Bridgestone to Michelin tires, leading to a transformed competitive landscape.
As the 2026 season approaches, hopes rise for challenging Ducati’s dominance, with Aprilia showing strength by winning four grands prix and moving up in the constructors’ standings.
Ducati had a successful campaign in 2026 with 17 grand prix wins and all titles claimed, but the Sepang pre-season test hints at a more competitive field, with Ducati and Aprilia leading the charge heading into the new season.
