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Alex Rins confirms Yamaha MotoGP departure: “It’s made me feel pretty bad”
Six-time MotoGP race winner Alex Rins has announced that he will not retain his spot on Yamaha’s factory team for the 2027 season, with reports suggesting Ai Ogura will take his place. Yamaha reportedly signed Ogura during the break between the US and the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix, indicating the end of Rins’ time with the team. Rins confirmed this news before the Spanish Grand Prix, sharing that team boss Massimo Meregalli informed him of the decision during a phone call. Despite facing challenges since joining Yamaha in 2024, Rins had hoped to excel with the new V4 project but now finds himself in a difficult position following Ogura’s signing. With limited options to stay in MotoGP beyond this season, Rins reflects on the tough years and the missed opportunities to fully showcase his potential.
