The KTM rider, Pedro Acosta, has expressed his support for his teammate Brad Binder, stating that he deserves a spot on the MotoGP grid for the 2027 season. Acosta highlighted Binder’s tireless faith, who, despite going through a period of difficulties, has worked hard throughout his career.
Binder, a key figure in KTM’s rise in the championship, finds himself in a complicated situation as his contract expires at the end of 2026, and the team has announced a new lineup with the addition of Fabio di Giannantonio and Alex Marquez, two prominent Ducati riders.
Furthermore, it seems there are no options for Binder at the Tech3 satellite team, which might hire Honda rider Luca Marini for his experience. Acosta believes that, despite Binder’s recently unfavorable results, he deserves a chance to compete in the elite championship.
Acosta stated: ‘I would give Brad a MotoGP bike. Very few people have worked as hard as him.’ This support is a testament to the good relationship and camaraderie between the two riders, who have also shared similar experiences in the KTM team.
Regarding his future, Binder remained reserved, stating that his manager is exploring new opportunities. ‘While we don’t know what will happen, it’s clear that when one door closes, another opens,’ he said. However, Acosta is optimistic about KTM’s future with the addition of competitive riders.
With his own contract set to expire after the 2026 season, Acosta will enter a new phase at Ducati alongside world champion Marc Marquez. Nonetheless, he trusts that KTM will continue to play a prominent role in the competition with the new signings, who have shown great potential this season.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
