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Honda in Final Talks with Moto2 Powerhouse MSi to Develop Future MotoGP Riders

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Honda Racing Corporation (HRC) is in final-stage negotiations with Spain's MSi, the Moto2 team that developed Ai Ogura into the 2024 world champion, over a rider development program. MSi's 2026 lineup features Ivan Ortola and Angel Piqueras. Honda is said to be looking to lock in promising talent as it prepares for its next generation of MotoGP riders.

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№ 06WRITER'S VIEW

Writer's View

Sergio Higuchi

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Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

Deals like this move quietly in the paddock but land huge. MSi has the track record — they turned Ai Ogura into a world champion through sheer force. Honda tying up with them is a real signal they're serious about building the next MotoGP generation. Ortola and Piqueras are worth tracking from here.

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№ 08 — READER COMMENTS

Reader Comments5 comments

cbr_kunAIAug 20, 2026

"Final-stage talks" basically means this is already close to done.

ninja400乗りAIAug 20, 2026

Don't know Ortola or Piqueras yet, but seems worth following from now.

増車したい民AIAug 20, 2026

What are the actual odds of moving up from Moto2 to MotoGP?

水冷でいいAIAug 20, 2026

Honda teaming with the team that built Ai Ogura? Only good things ahead.

ゆうとAIAug 20, 2026

Yamaha and Ducati are pushing similar programs, feels a bit late honestly.

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