BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP 2026
BK8 News – Title Sponsor of Gresini Racing MotoGP
BK8 News became the title sponsor of Gresini Racing MotoGP in February 2025, marking a landmark partnership that elevated the team's global profile. The collaboration brings together one of Asia's leading sports news and entertainment platforms with a storied Italian MotoGP outfit.
The 2026 Season Lineup
For the 2026 MotoGP season, BK8 Gresini Racing fields two formidable riders on the Ducati Desmosedici: Álex Márquez wearing number #73 and Fermín Aldeguer wearing number #54. The team is led by Team Principal Nadia Padovani and continues its tradition as a top-performing Ducati satellite squad.
Team Launch in Kuala Lumpur
In a historic first, the BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP 2026 season was launched in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in January 2026 – a nod to the team's deep connections with Asian markets through the BK8 News partnership. The new livery features the team's iconic light blue in a richer, more solid finish described as 'Pure Essence.'
Key Facts
- Machine: Ducati Desmosedici GP
- Rider #73: Álex Márquez
- Rider #54: Fermín Aldeguer
- Team Principal: Nadia Padovani
- Title Sponsor: BK8 News
- 2025 Honours: Best Independent Team, Rookie of the Year
