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Yamaha moving for Ai Ogura means a quiet MotoGP exit for Alex Rins – whose career should’ve been so much better
Alex Rins was aware of the possibility of not having a place in MotoGP for the 2027 season even before reports of Yamaha signing Ai Ogura emerged, making his exit seem inevitable. The six-time grand prix winner, who had been struggling since his severe injury at the 2023 Italian Grand Prix, reflected on his challenging journey. Despite his past successes, including a notable win for Honda at Austin, Rins found himself in a difficult position at the end of March, expressing uncertainty about his future in the sport. His performance with Yamaha has been below expectations, with limited top-10 finishes, and his struggles have coincided with the team’s decrease in form. With Ogura’s arrival at Yamaha bringing new prospects, Rins faces the prospect of leaving the championship without a team for the next season.
