Gresini Racing MotoGP 2027: Joan Mir and Daniel Holgado on Ducati Power

Gresini Racing, officially BK8 Gresini Racing, is the Faenza-based Ducati customer team that signed 2020 champion Joan Mir for 2027, alongside Daniel Holgado. This page covers the squad, its riders, the new technical rules and how to plan a visit to a Grand Prix to watch Gresini Racing.

Gresini Racing MotoGP 2027: a Ducati customer team

Gresini Racing competes as BK8 Gresini Racing and is based in Faenza, Italy. It is not a factory team: it runs Ducati motorcycles, the same make as the Ducati Lenovo Team, and sits among the independent squads that give the grid its depth.

Faenza lies in Emilia-Romagna, a region at the heart of Italian motorsport, which explains why so many teams are rooted nearby.

Gresini Racing 2027 rider line-up

Joan Mir joins Gresini Racing

Joan Mir, born on 1 September 1997 and racing with number 36, is the 2020 MotoGP champion. His move to Gresini for 2027 was announced on 2 July 2026. For fans, it brings a world champion to a customer team.

Daniel Holgado at Gresini Racing

Daniel Holgado is the second confirmed rider. His race number is still to be announced, so check back later for the final details.

Gresini Racing and the 2027 technical rules

The regulations introduce 850 cc engines with a 75 mm bore, 20-litre tanks and 100% sustainable fuel. Ride-height devices are banned, Pirelli supplies every team until 2031 and the weekend format includes a new Sprint qualifying session.

Customer teams depend on the manufacturer for engine and electronics, so the first tests matter. The Valencia test on 1 December 2026 and the Sepang shakedown on 29 and 30 January 2027 are the first chances to see how Gresini Racing handles the transition.

Watching Gresini Racing live in 2027

With 22 rounds on a provisional calendar, Gresini Racing travels across Europe, Asia, the Americas and Australia. Italian fans will naturally look at the two rounds on home soil, but the squad can be seen at every event.

Gresini Racing tickets: planning ahead

The Tickets button on this page compares options from partner sellers, including general admission and grandstands. Book early for the best choice and watch the alert for newly released seats. Session times will be published by the organisers a few weeks before each round.

Check dates on the MotoGP 2027 calendar, explore MotoGP teams 2027 and read the F1 and motorsport tickets 2027 answers.

Gresini Racing MotoGP 2027: frequently asked questions

Who rides for Gresini Racing in MotoGP 2027?

Joan Mir and Daniel Holgado are the confirmed riders.

Is Gresini Racing a factory team?

No. BK8 Gresini Racing is a customer team that races Ducati machinery.

Where is Gresini Racing based?

The team is based in Faenza, Italy.

When was Joan Mir's move to Gresini Racing announced?

It was announced on 2 July 2026 for the 2027 season.

How can I see Gresini Racing race in 2027?

Choose a round on the calendar, use the Tickets button on this page and join the alert.

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