The renewal was officially announced by Ducati, ensuring the eight-time World Champion will spearhead their factory efforts through the upcoming regulations (including the new 850cc bikes arriving in 2027)
The Márquez-Ducati Extension
- The Deal: A two-year contract extension for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, keeping him with the factory squad.
- The Partnership: Márquez joined the Ducati Lenovo Team and immediately adapted to the machinery, ultimately securing his seventh premier-class world championship (and his first with Ducati).
- Management & Team: Both Ducati CEO Claudio Domenicali and General Manager Gigi Dall’Igna expressed immense satisfaction with the extension, noting Márquez’s winning mentality fits the team’s culture perfectly.
For a quick recap of the official announcement and Márquez’s reflections on the contract:
