P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Who are the riders most likely to land in MotoGP’s premier class in the near future? Valentin Khorounzhiy and Simon Patterson got their heads together to rank the 10 most likely
“Even a weekend can have a significant impact on a rider’s prospects in MotoGP, making a full year crucial. The performance of junior riders in Moto2 and Moto3 last season will greatly influence how premier-class teams assess potential rookies. The top prospects on the path to MotoGP have changed since last year, with the previous #4 and #3 picks already in MotoGP, while the former #2 and #1 picks are not. The new leading prospect is looking to prove himself, but there are other riders who could surpass him with good results. Ogura, who seemed destined for MotoGP, has seen his chances diminish due to a dip in form and the emergence of other Japanese prospects. Masia, the Moto3 champion, has moved up to Moto2 and is riding for a SAG team.
