Ducati Expands MXGP Commitment for 2026 Season
Ducati has announced a significant enhancement to its presence in the FIM Motocross World Championship, revealing an official partnership with Louis Vosters’ Dutch team for the 2026 season. The team will field three factory Desmo450 MX bikes, marking Ducati’s second year in the MXGP series.
Louis Vosters, who has substantial experience in the motocross paddock, will manage the squad from his facility in Bergeijk, Netherlands. This location is strategically near Lommel, a central hub for motocross and home to the Grand Prix of Flanders.
The team lineup includes Swiss rider Jeremy Seewer, who secured two podium finishes in the 2025 season. Joining him are promising Italian talents Andrea Bonacorsi and Calvin Vlaanderen. Bonacorsi, European Champion in the EMX125 in 2020 and EMX250 in 2023, wrapped up his first full MXGP season in eighth place and gained momentum with a podium during the 2023 Motocross of Nations. Vlaanderen, a seasoned racer with one GP victory in MX2 (2018) and another in MXGP (2022), brings a wealth of competitive experience, including a Dutch championship title and a Motocross of Nations win in 2019.
Key Quotes:
Paolo Ciabatti, General Manager of Ducati Corse Off-Road, stated, “We are delighted to announce this important agreement with Louis Vosters’ team, undoubtedly one of the most professional in the MXGP Championship paddock. Our long-term project with Louis will facilitate the attainment of our ambitious goals.”
Louis Vosters added, “It’s truly a dream come true to start this new chapter with such an iconic brand as Ducati. This collaboration is built on trust and determination, and I’m confident we can compete at the front of the MXGP World Championship in the seasons ahead.”
This partnership positions Ducati strategically to enhance its competitive edge in the motocross arena, aiming for significant results in the upcoming season.
