KTM have made a decision on whether they will be on the MotoGP grid for the new 2027 regulations

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During the Czech Grand Prix weekend in Brno, KTM confirmed that they will be returning to MotoGP in 2026 with four bikes as expected, but their future in MotoGP beyond next season was still up in the air.

The constructor had their most successful weekend of the season so far in Brno, with a double podium in the Sprint race as well as a third in Sunday’s Grand Prix courtesy of Pedro Acosta.

Much has been said about the Spaniard’s future at KTM in recent weeks, with Acosta seemingly unhappy about the lack of upgrades the Austrian constructor has brought to their RC16 bike in 2025.

However, in the midst of his double podium in the Czech Republic, Neil Hodgson noticed Acosta’s attitude had become more ‘positive’, which has aided his results on track in the process.

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KTM pledge their future in MotoGP ahead of the new regulations coming into effect for 2027

Speaking to GPOne during the Czech Grand Prix weekend, KTM director Pit Beirir confirmed the team’s intentions in MotoGP beyond the 2026 season, saying, “There are many things we need to start working on right away, otherwise we’d never be ready for 2027.

“We’re preparing for that season, but whenever we talk about our project, there are always two teams and four bikes in play. There’s no change planned in this regard. We won’t make any cuts, for example, by only fielding two bikes.

“I think having four bikes is essential for success in this paddock. Our vision is therefore to be on track in 2027 with a fantastic bike, four riders, and two bikes.”

The news will delight KTM fans across the world who were also facing the ‘unlikely’ prospect of losing their star rider Acosta in 2026 to VR46 Racing.

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KTM are excited about the future of MotoGP due to Liberty Media’s acquisition of the championship

One of the reasons for KTM’s renewal of their hopes in the sport is down to Liberty Media’s acquisition of the rights to MotoGP, to which the Austrian team are hoping for a massive growth similar to what the company did with F1.

“If Liberty Media is able to take this sport to the next level, we obviously want to be a part of it,” Beirir continued. “We came here in 2017 to stay, and Liberty Media is great news for us. We’ve seen what they’ve been able to do in Formula 1.

“I’m sure that with this strong Dorna organisation and some input from Liberty Media, this sport can become even bigger, and we’ll be proud to be a part of it. As I said before, we’re here to stay.

“We don’t just want to stay for one or two years. The company needs to regain stability so we can build a future on the foundation of a very solid business, and MotoGP is clearly part of our business plan.”