Ducati Secures Satellite Teams, Rider Pay Changes

0:00On March 23rd, Ducati seems sure its satellite teams in MotoGP will stay the same past 2026. VR46 locked in a 5-year deal that runs through 2029, while Grazini racing faces some questions, but looks set to stick around too. Talks heated up over the Brazilian Grand Prix weekend about lineups for the new rules in 2027. Ducati surprised everyone by shifting Ryder, Ferman Althaguere, Ejie from Grazini to VR46 next season, shaking up the seats across their teams. Grazini boss Nadia Padavani was not happy with the sudden move. Ducati's sporting director, Mauro Grasilli, met her for about 25 minutes right there in the paddock, saying things are going well, but heed. Talk more after the United States Grand Prix. Ryder pay is the big change coming. Ducati wants partner teams to chip in on salary starting 2027, like VR46 covering part of Althaguere's deal. Still, it's no deal breaker, and a Grazini renewal could come soon.

1:03Factory team boss David Tardosi made it clear they value Grazini and expect them to stay put, wrapping up what looks like business as usual for. Ducati's setup, stay locked in with F1 News today. AI powered updates. I'm Cory with the story.