JAKARTA - Seven-time MotoGP world champion Marc Marquez is almost certain to remain with Ducati in the 2027 competition season. Talks regarding the Spanish rider's new contract with the Borgo Panigale manufacturer are nearing completion.
Ducati CEO, Claudio Domenicali, confirmed that the discussion of the contract between The Baby Alien and his party was nearing the final stage and only needed a few small details.
"I think the official announcement will come soon," Domenicali said, quoted by Crash.
The future of the defending champion is still not officially confirmed as is the case with many other riders. However, most people believe that the contract negotiations have long been settled by both parties.
Domenicali confirmed that the delay in announcing the recruitment of riders was related to ongoing negotiations between manufacturers and MotoGP commercial rights holders.
"However, in my opinion, we are getting closer to a comprehensive solution so I think we will soon get clarity," he said.
Marquez has had a less than stellar start to the season amid efforts to defend his world championship title. From the four races that have been held, the 33-year-old rider has not yet climbed onto the podium in the main race.
In the Spanish MotoGP race at the Jerez Circuit last week, Marquez managed to win the Sprint Race, but instead crashed at the start of the main race, putting him in a difficult position for the title.
So far, Marquez has only collected 57 points and is in fifth place in the standings. He is 44 points behind Marco Bezzecchi (Aprilia Racing Team) who is in the top position.
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