About The Team
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP — Italy's Premier Independent Team in the MotoGP World Championship
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP is the Ducati satellite team based in Faenza, Italy, competing in the MotoGP World Championship. Under the title sponsorship of BK8 News, the team campaigns Ducati Desmosedici GP24 machinery with riders Álex Márquez and Fermín Aldeguer.
- Ducati Desmosedici GP24 Machinery
- Web Design & Development
- Best Independent Team Award 2025
- Based in Faenza, Italy since 1997
Our Riders & Season
Meet the Riders Powering BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP in 2025 & 2026
Álex Márquez – #73
Álex Márquez is a key rider for BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP, competing on the Ducati GP24 in the 2025 and 2026 MotoGP World Championship. His second place at the 2025 Thailand Grand Prix launched an historic season.
Fermín Aldeguer – #54
Fermín Aldeguer made his MotoGP debut with BK8 Gresini Racing at the 2025 Thailand Grand Prix, scoring points in his very first premier-class race. He continues into 2026 as part of the team lineup.
Ducati Desmosedici GP24
The Ducati Desmosedici GP24 is the machine powering both BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP riders. The bike carries prominent BK8 News branding and features a revised light-blue livery for the 2026 season.
BK8 News Title Sponsorship
BK8 News became title sponsor of Gresini Racing MotoGP for 2025 and 2026, marking the largest partnership in BK8 News history and creating the BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP identity.
11+
Podiums in 2024 Season
Gresini Racing secured 11 podiums in the 2024 MotoGP season.
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2025–2026 Riders
Álex Márquez and Fermín Aldeguer race for BK8 Gresini in 2025 & 2026.
30+
Years of MotoGP History
Gresini Racing has over 30 years of MotoGP World Championship history.
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Best Independent Team 2025
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP won Best Independent Team in the 2025 season.
How BK8 Gresini Racing Competes
From Faenza to the World – Our Race Season Journey
Step 1
Discovery & Planning
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP prepare each season with advanced technical analysis and rider development at the Faenza base in Italy.
Step 2
Design & Development
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP prepare each season with advanced technical analysis and rider development at the Faenza base in Italy.
Step 3
Testing & Optimisation
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP prepare each season with advanced technical analysis and rider development at the Faenza base in Italy.
Step 4
Fan Engagement
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP prepare each season with advanced technical analysis and rider development at the Faenza base in Italy.
About The Team
BK8 Gresini Racing – Season Highlights & Milestones
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Testimonials
What the MotoGP World Says About BK8 Gresini Racing
A landmark partnership that connects BK8 News with one of the most historic independent teams in MotoGP. The Gresini name carries incredible weight in this sport.
Carlo Merlini
Commercial Director, Gresini RacingWatching the Márquez brothers battle for position at the Thailand Grand Prix under the BK8 Gresini colours was one of the highlights of the 2025 MotoGP season.
Michael Gatt
Managing Director, BK8 NewsFermín Aldeguer is a generational talent. His debut points score at Buriram confirmed what everyone in the paddock already knew — this kid belongs at the very top.
Racing Fan
MotoGP FanThe BK8 Gresini Racing livery looks stunning on the Ducati Desmosedici GP24. The 2026 pure essence design is one of the best in the paddock.
MotoGP Journalist
MotoGP MediaGresini Racing winning the Best Independent Team award in 2025 was thoroughly deserved. The results speak for themselves across an incredible season.
Paddock Insider
MotoGP PaddockThe partnership between BK8 News and Gresini Racing represents a new era for MotoGP sponsorship — global reach combined with authentic motorsport heritage.
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