P1racenews AI automatic summary:
We rank the top-rated free agents on the 2027 MotoGP rider market
As of 22 January, only a few MotoGP riders on the current grid have contracts extending through 2027, none of which are with factory teams. Johann Zarco and Diogo Moreira have deals with LCR for 2027, while Toprak Razgatlioglu has a multi-year contract with Pramac. The upcoming season’s opening round in Thailand on 1 March sees all factory team seats available for the 2027 regulations cycle. Reigning champion Marc Marquez expects key riders to have agreements in place ahead of the Thai season start. With Marquez likely staying at Ducati, his decision influences the rider market significantly, as demonstrated in past seasons. Pedro Acosta, despite not yet winning a race, remains a sought-after talent in MotoGP, potentially becoming Marquez’s teammate and impacting other factory team line-ups for 2027.
