Honda confirms Alonso for 2027 MotoGP; team TBD
Honda Racing Corporation has signed David Alonso to a multi-year MotoGP contract for 2027, but has not disclosed which team he will race for, keeping open whether he joins the factory HRC squad or the LCR setup. The 20-year-old Colombian, a standout rider from Moto3 who won the world title in 2023 and now competes in Moto2 with multiple wins, is set to make his MotoGP debut after the Valencia post-race test. The announcement confirms the deal yet withholds specifics on the contract length beyond “multi-year” and the exact team assignment, indicating a decision to be clarified ahead of the 2027 season. Alonso’s rapid ascent through the junior classes, including a notable Moto3 Grand Prix victory and ongoing Moto2 form, is cited as the driver’s potential for the premier class. The move accompanies Honda’s plan to place him in a top team alongside contenders for a strong future in MotoGP, with Quartararo potential as a teammate if he joins the factory squad. Industry reporting notes that Alonso’s path could land him either with the works Honda team or under the LCR banner, with the formal announcement timing still in play.
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