Here is the news that makes you stop and stare: as Motorsport.com Italia reports, Ducati has officially locked in the date to unveil its new weapon for the 2027 MotoGP championship. The factory from Borgo Panigale will pull the covers off the new Desmosedici GP 2027 on Monday, January 18.
That stunning machine, featuring the new 850 engine layout that replaces the retired 1000 after years of successful service, will break cover against the breathtaking backdrop of the Dolomites in Madonna di Campiglio. The presentation is set to happen during the fifth edition of the Campioni in Pista event, which runs from January 17 to January 19.
It is going to be quite a gathering, because January 18 will also serve as the grand stage to officially introduce a completely wild new rider lineup. The multi-world champion Marc Marquez is confirmed to stay after a dominant 2025 and a stellar 2026 comeback charge against Aprilia. Joining him is none other than Pedro Acosta, who steps up to take the seat previously held by Francesco "Pecco" Bagnaia.
As we know, Bagnaia is heading over to join his friend Marco Bezzecchi in the factory Aprilia team. For Acosta, stepping into the Borgo Panigale setup gives the young talent his first real, massive shot at fighting for a title with a premier-class machine that holds all the cards.
That said, the shark from Mazarron is walking straight into the most brutal garage dynamic imaginable. His teammate just happens to be the formidable phenomenon from Cervera, Marc Marquez, meaning Acosta's toughest and most uncomfortable rival is going to be sharing exactly the same pit box.
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