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Decision ‘imminent’ on Fabio Quartararo’s 2027 Honda MotoGP team-mate

Honda’s 2027 MotoGP team structure is nearing finalization, with Diogo Moreira poised to join Fabio Quartararo at the factory HRC squad. The decision follows Honda’s July announcements confirming Quartararo’s return alongside rookie David Alonso, though their exact team placements remained unclear until now.

Moreira’s strong rookie season—highlighted by a Sprint podium at Motegi and top lap times during the Red Bull Ring test—has solidified his factory spot, while Alonso is set to ride for LCR with a guaranteed factory-spec machine. Current HRC riders Joan Mir and Luca Marini are departing for Gresini Ducati and Tech3 KTM, respectively, creating openings for the new line-up.

Former teammate Cal Crutchlow has publicly backed Moreira’s factory move, citing his consistent performance against other Honda riders, though he acknowledged Alonso’s development opportunities at LCR as equally valid. With an official announcement expected shortly, the 2027 grid is taking shape amid Honda’s restructuring and the departures of key riders.

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