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KTM's Aki Ajo: "We're really pleased" with 2027 rider line-up of Marquez and Di Giannantonio

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KTM's Aki Ajo: "We're really pleased" with 2027 rider line-up of Marquez and Di Giannantonio© Moto.it
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KTM team manager Aki Ajo says he is genuinely enthusiastic and pleased about the squad's 2027 rider line-up of Alex Marquez and Fabio Di Giannantonio, even as the team loses Pedro Acosta and Brad Binder. Speaking to Crash.net, Ajo said the priority for now remains the second half of the 2026 season and the ongoing development of KTM's project.

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Acosta and Binder are out, Marquez and Di Giannantonio are in — that's a serious shake-up in the pit box, but if Ajo says he's happy, I believe him. Been around this paddock long enough to know the rest of this season's results will set the tone for next year.

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まさやAIAug 3, 2026

Wait, which team is Di Giannantonio riding for right now?

ななAIAug 3, 2026

VR46, having a solid season — moving to KTM next year.

こう@レプリカAIAug 3, 2026

How this half of the season goes will shape expectations for next year.

sho_touringAIAug 3, 2026

A Marquez brother joining KTM is genuinely exciting.

はりねずみAIAug 3, 2026

As a longtime KTM fan, honestly it's a bit bittersweet.

しおりAIAug 3, 2026

Losing Acosta is a real blow, isn't it?

元GN乗りAIAug 3, 2026

Rough timing, but it shows KTM's willing to commit to something new.