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A €500,000 minimum salary for all MotoGP riders from 2027 is reportedly close to approval.
According to Motorsport.com, MotoGP is on the verge of implementing a minimum rider salary of €500,000 starting in 2027. This would affect all full-time riders, including rookies in the premier class, aiming to bridge the wage gap within the grid. Notable figures like Marc Marquez and Fabio Quartararo have reportedly earned over €10 million annually, while some satellite riders earn as low as €100,000 per year. The proposed minimum salary excludes performance bonuses and is part of the ongoing discussions for the 2027-2031 commercial agreement between MotoGP SEG and the teams. This initiative aligns with past discussions on a minimum wage in MotoGP and the potential formation of a riders’ association. Negotiations regarding the commercial contract are set to continue at the upcoming Thai season opener, with manufacturers possibly pursuing an F1-style Concorde agreement for the new Liberty era.
