Valentino Rossi has already done his homework in MotoGP: “We already know who our rider will be in 2027”

Valentino Rossi was the great protagonist of the presentation. Pertamina Enduro VR46 Team. Not only is he the owner of the team and his alma mater, but the 2026 livery is pure graphic history of “Dottore”. And in a statement after his presentation to Sky Italia, he also talked about the future that opens up with the arrival of a new MotoGP era with the change from 1000cc to 850cc.

And from what he has said, it is clear that this team, which currently has the status of Ducati’s factory support team, may continue to be a client of Borgo Panigale.

“Ducati has been the strongest bike for at least five seasons, so everyone will try to catch up. Other manufacturers will also have to work hard to achieve this. But personally I trust Ducati. I think the development of GP27 is already quite advanced.

And he opened another melon, the transfer window. “The transfer market will also be very important, given that many contracts are expiring. There will be a lot of movement from May onwards. So we need to stay focused at the beginning of the championship, especially in the first race, which will be important. Then everyone will start assessing their future,” he said.

And I asked directly Who will be the pilot of VR46?Well, it’s clear: “I know, but I can’t say it.”

The team’s goal is to win again, something that could only be achieved on the bike of Rossi Marco Bezzecchi, three GPs and one sprint. “It’s always very difficult to express yourself to the fullest on every MotoGP circuit. It would be great to win. We’ve already achieved that with Bezzecchi in his second year. A podium is beautiful, but to beat everyone in the premier class is the ultimate and special thing, so this is our new goal.”

He then analyzes the year 2026, which will be a technological transition period. “From this point of view, it’s a transitional championship with teams already working towards their 2027 bikes, so not much will change, but each season has its own story. In 2025, some riders performed below their potential, especially Bagnaia and Martin. So let’s hope that in 2026 everyone reaches their best level and that Morbidelli and Di Giannantonio can win again. “A step towards becoming stronger. ”