Acosta–Ducati / Márquez transfer rumors
Key Questions
What is the status of the Márquez brothers' Ducati renewals?
Marc and Alex Márquez renewals are frozen post-COTA, with Dovi issues, Tardozzi doubts, and Alex's GP26 woes in grip and feel. KTM and Aprilia have made bids.
Why has Alex Márquez been struggling this year?
Alex Márquez has faced issues with the GP26 Ducati, missing grip and feel, contributing to his struggles in MotoGP. This factors into transfer rumors.
What are the rumors around Acosta and Ducati?
Acosta is linked to Ducati amid P3 form, with Honda's six-bike plans and Gresini flux. Concorde stall persists but could enable the move.
Márquez (Marc/Alex) renewal frozen post-COTA P5/Dovi 'issues'/Tardozzi doubts/Alex GP26 woes (grip/feel miss); KTM/Aprilia bids/Acosta P3; Honda six-bike/Gresini flux/Concorde stall persists.
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Updated Apr 6, 2026