Pit Beirer (KTM) after the Japanese GP: “Enea was able to push flat out, Pedro wasn’t”

All four KTM MotoGP riders scored points at Motegi – but the Austrians were denied a podium finish. Racing Director Pit Beirer on the races of Austrian Grand Prix winner Acosta and Enea Bastianini.

Luca Marini is amazed by Michelin: “The problems suddenly disappeared!”

HRC rider Luca Marini finished tenth at Honda’s home MotoGP race. The hard rear tyre surprised him with its high grip. He has learnt an important lesson from this ahead of the switch to Pirelli in 2027.

Gigi Dall’Igna at Ducati: From a shambles to 100 MotoGP victories

At Motegi, Ducati celebrated its 100th MotoGP victory under Luigi Dall’Igna. The architect of this success looks back on the difficult new beginning – and explains why the GP15 still stands out for him to this day.

Franco Morbidelli leaves: a MotoGP career that raises questions

Franco Morbidelli is set to move from MotoGP to the Ducati factory team in the World Superbike Championship in 2027. At Aruba, he will succeed world champion Nicolo Bulega. His record in the premier class has been mixed.

MotoGP stars in karts: Does this show have to take place before the Grand Prix?

A karting race ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix was intended to entertain MotoGP fans. Marc Márquez refused to take part. This raises a question: how much extra entertainment can a race weekend cope with?

Fabio di Giannantonio carrying an injury: a race against time ahead of Mandalika

Following the collision in the sprint race, Fabio di Giannantonio was in pain during the MotoGP at Motegi. He has only a few days left to recover before the crucial home race organised by VR46’s main sponsor, Pertamina.

Brad Binder after a heavy crash: “One less KTM for the museum”

A heavy crash in Q1 made Brad Binder’s MotoGP weekend in Japan a difficult one. After finishing 11th in the Grand Prix, the KTM rider was also frustrated by the overly cautious strategy regarding the rear tyre.

Vinales back on track after a successful outing: “Better than expected”

Since the summer of 2025, the MotoGP has only featured Spain’s GP veteran Maverick Viñales on a sporadic basis. Now the KTM rider has gradually found his way back – at Motegi, ‘Top Gun’ powered through – and secured World Championship points.

Global MotoGP growth with ‘local heroes’: the signs have been recognised

The MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group needs more local heroes in the premier class. Australia is consistently delivering – but the US market and Germany are (still) lacking exciting new faces.