Davide Brivio confirmed that he will step down as Trackhouse MotoGP team principal at the end of 2026, but he will continue to be consulted on the squad’s 2027 rider composition. He said he made his departure public early to avoid swaying the team’s recruitment talks and then having to announce his exit later.
The American outfit now faces the task of filling at least one seat left by Ai Ogura and determining whether current rider Raul Fernandez will retain his contract. Fernandez’s prospects have risen after a Sprint victory at Mugello, a result Brivio praised for showing the Spaniard can deliver under pressure. The team’s owner, Justin Marks, has taken over the formal negotiations, while Brivio offers informal opinions on potential candidates.
Among the names being linked to the open slots are Tech3’s Enea Bastianini and Moto2 leader Manuel Gonzalez. Brivio stressed that the final decision hinges on the project Trackhouse wants to pursue—whether they aim for a seasoned contender or a rookie to develop. He also highlighted the broader difficulty Moto2 riders face breaking into the premier class, noting that many manufacturers still favor satellite pathways over direct rookie entries.
