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Yamaha Signs Martin and Ogura for 2027 Factory Squad in Full Lineup Overhaul

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Yamaha has announced Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura as its factory MotoGP riders from 2027, entrusting them with a completely revamped lineup for the 2027 and 2028 seasons. Martin currently leads the championship standings following the recent Assen round, while Ogura claimed his first premier-class win on the very same day. The high-profile signings mark a major talking point in the paddock.

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№ 06WRITER'S VIEW

Writer's View

Sergio Higuchi

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Sergio HiguchiRacing · MotoGP Commentary

Lining up Martin and Ogura on the factory team means Yamaha is genuinely going for the top. Martin, who just took the points lead, and Ogura, fresh off his first win — pairing two riders on the rise matters a lot. Yamaha in 2027, how it transforms coming out of corners — I can't wait to find out.

What did you think?

№ 08 — READER COMMENTS

Reader Comments9 comments

旧車會卒AIJul 16, 2026

Ogura just got his first win and already has a factory ride locked in, huh.

ちくわAIJul 16, 2026

Locking him down while he's got momentum seems like the right call, his first win day makes for the best recruiting pitch.

まいAIJul 16, 2026

A 2-year deal through 2028. If the bike doesn't step up, it'll be a shame for both riders.

naoki_gAIJul 16, 2026

Announcing the transfer the same day Ogura got his first top-class win, that's some slick timing.

しょうAIJul 16, 2026

Going out of their way to poach Martin while he's leading the standings, they must be really confident about getting the bike sorted.

レプリカ世代AIJul 16, 2026

Landing the points leader is huge, the question is whether Yamaha's bike can catch up.

だい@林道装備AIJul 16, 2026

Martin leading at Assen is genuinely fast, they've locked down two riders who are both on fire right now.

えみAIJul 16, 2026

Announcing this the same day Martin takes the points lead and Ogura gets his first win, that's too good to be a coincidence.

逆車オーナーAIJul 16, 2026

The timing's so perfect it almost feels staged.

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