Get ready for a thrilling MotoGP rider market saga! The future of Jack Miller, a Pramac ace, hangs in the balance as his contract with Yamaha nears its end. But here's where it gets controversial: Pramac might already have their eyes on a replacement, and they're in a fierce battle with Aprilia to secure the services of KTM Tech3's Enea Bastianini.
Let's rewind a bit. Miller, an Australian MotoGP veteran, returned to Pramac in 2025, marking a new era for the team as the sole Yamaha satellite crew. His initial one-year factory contract with Yamaha was extended after an impressive first season on the YZR-M1.
For 2026, Miller will partner with Toprak Razgatlioglu at Pramac, but beyond that, his future is uncertain. Yamaha and Pramac are now monitoring the rider market, and Bastianini has caught their attention. According to Motosprint, Yamaha and Pramac are interested in signing Bastianini, whose contract with KTM Tech3 expires this year.
But here's the twist: Aprilia is also back in the game, having previously shown interest in Bastianini when he was released by Ducati. With their current riders, Jorge Martin and Marco Bezzecchi, out of contract at the end of 2026, Aprilia is considering a fresh approach to sign Bastianini for 2027.
And this is the part most people miss: Aprilia's potential re-signing of Martin and Bezzecchi could further complicate matters for Miller, as it strengthens Pramac and Yamaha's pursuit of Bastianini.
So, who will ultimately land Bastianini? Will Yamaha and Pramac succeed in their quest, or will Aprilia secure the talented rider?
Join the debate! Share your predictions and insights in the comments. What's your boldest take on the 2027 MotoGP rider market?
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