Ducati announced a two-year deal with rising star Pedro Acosta, securing his services for the 2027 and 2028 MotoGP seasons. This news followed the confirmation that current champion Francesco Bagnaia will be leaving the team at the conclusion of the 2026 season. Ducati did not disclose the reasons for Bagnaia’s departure, but the move opens a space for Acosta to join the factory team. Acosta currently rides for Tech3 GASGAS, and is considered one of MotoGP’s most promising young talents. The Italian manufacturer aims to build its future around the young Spaniard. This reshuffle signals a significant change for Ducati’s racing lineup in the coming years.