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Aprilia admits losing Ai Ogura is “disappointing” but backs Trackhouse to again make the “right choice” for his replacement.
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola expressed disappointment in losing Trackhouse rider Ai Ogura for the 2027 MotoGP season. Ogura decided not to renew his contract with Trackhouse, moving to a factory team, believed to be Yamaha. Despite hopes for Ogura to join Aprilia’s factory team being dashed, Marco Bezzecchi remains as the only officially confirmed 2027 factory rider. Rivola praised Brivio’s decision to sign Ogura initially and trusts him to make the right choice for a replacement. The search for Ogura’s replacement is ongoing, with an announcement expected soon. Brivio is leaning towards an experienced rider over a rookie for the position at Trackhouse.
