Valentino Rossi’s Team Star Says “Chances Pretty Open” for 2025 MotoGP Season
The 2025 MotoGP grid is shaping up to be one of the most unpredictable in recent years, and one of the biggest talking points is the future of Valentino Rossi’s VR46 Racing Team. With speculation swirling about the team’s lineup, one of its star riders has hinted at exciting possibilities, stating that their “chances are pretty open” for the upcoming season.
Rider Market Shake-Up: VR46 at the Center of It All
VR46 Racing Team, backed by the legendary nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi, has become a serious contender in MotoGP since its debut. The team has made impressive strides, regularly fighting among the top independents. However, with key contracts expiring and potential factory team interest, 2025 could bring major changes.
One of VR46’s top riders—likely Marco Bezzecchi or Fabio Di Giannantonio—recently shared their thoughts on the future, suggesting they have multiple options for next season. When asked about their contract situation, the rider responded:
> “It’s too early to say anything for sure, but my chances for 2025 are pretty open. We’ll see what happens in the next few months.”
This cryptic yet confident statement has only fueled speculation about potential moves.
Could a Factory Move Be on the Horizon?
VR46 Racing Team has enjoyed a strong partnership with Ducati, using Desmosedici GP machines, but there have been whispers about a possible switch to Yamaha in the future—potentially aligning with Rossi’s deep-rooted connections to the Japanese manufacturer. If that happens, the team’s current riders may have to decide whether to stay or explore factory options elsewhere.
For Bezzecchi, a factory Ducati seat remains an outside possibility, depending on how the 2024 season unfolds. Meanwhile, Di Giannantonio, after an impressive end to the previous campaign, has shown he deserves a long-term spot on the MotoGP grid.
The Road to 2025: A Defining Year for VR46
As MotoGP heads into a critical season, Valentino Rossi’s team finds itself at a crossroads. With young talents proving their worth and factory teams watching closely, 2025 could mark a new chapter for VR46 Racing—either as a continued Ducati powerhouse or as the leading force behind Yamaha’s MotoGP revival.
Whatever happens, one thing is clear: the rider market is heating up, and VR46’s future could shake up the entire MotoGP paddock.
