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Honda Secures David Alonso for 2027 Factory MotoGP Ride
11 Apr
Summary
- David Alonso signed a factory rider deal with Honda for 2027.
- He turned down offers from both Ducati and Yamaha.
- Concerns exist about Alonso joining Honda's main factory team.
In a significant development for the 2027 MotoGP season, Honda has secured the services of highly-rated young talent David Alonso as a factory rider. This move positions Honda ahead of rivals Ducati and Yamaha, both of whom also reportedly made offers to the promising rider.
Alonso's decision to sign with Honda comes after he reportedly sought factory status, a condition only Honda was willing to meet among the interested manufacturers. Despite the factory deal, there is considerable speculation that Alonso might not immediately race for Honda's main factory squad.
Expert analysis suggests that Alonso could start his MotoGP journey with the LCR satellite team, even with a factory contract. This is due to the existing plans for Diogo Moreira, who holds a factory contract with LCR and has a potential pathway to the main Honda team.
