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  1. RISPOSTA 🤝

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    RISPOSTA SERRAMENTI AND BK8 GRESINI MOTOGP STILL TOGETHER FOR THE 2026–2027 PERIOD

    The historic partnership between the BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP Team and Risposta Serramenti, a leading Italian company in the production of aluminium and PVC windows and frames, will continue throughout the 2026 and 2027 seasons. The 2026 season will mark the tenth anniversary of this collaboration, a milestone that celebrates a solid and long-lasting bond built over time, both on and off the track.

    Risposta will retain prominent visibility on the fairings of the light-blue Desmosedici machines, occupying the now-iconic tail area, while also appearing on team uniforms, inside the pit box, on the trucks, in the hospitality area, and on the interview backdrop.

    MARCO ROSSI – Risposta Serramenti CEO
    “This partnership represents, for me and for my company, an important point of reference — one that combines passion and entrepreneurial vision. The relationship with Team Gresini goes beyond simple sponsorship: over time, we have built a solid bond based on mutual trust and shared goals. Being part of the Gresini family’s journey means contributing to an ambitious project that values both professional and human aspects.”
     
    CARLO MERLINI – Gresini Racing Commercial and Marketing Director
    “The partnership with Risposta Serramenti is one of the longest-standing and most meaningful for our team. We have shared unforgettable moments, both on and off the track, and we’re delighted to continue this journey together throughout 2026 and 2027. A special thank you goes to Marco and the entire company for their continued trust and support.”

     

     

  2. ALEX DELIVERS TO GRESINI THE INDIPENDENT TEAM TITLE WITH A WIN IN SEPANG

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    ALEX MARQUEZ #73
    “Today I changed my approach at the start of the race, as yesterday I got it wrong, as I attaked and did what I aimed to do. We had a great race and achieved the goal of becoming the best independent team from the top of the podium; now we’ll enjoy these last two races.”

    FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
    “It wasn’t the best way to wrap up a weekend where we were really strong and where we felt very competitive. We achieved a goal and in today’s race we learned a lot. I hit hard during the crash, but we’re going back home to recuperate.”

    Raceday - MalaysianGP
    1st - ALEX MARQUEZ #73 
    NC - FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
     

    World Championship Standings
    2nd - ALEX MARQUEZ #73 (413 points)
    Runner Up MotoGP 2025
    8th - FERMIN ALDEGUER #54 (186 points)
    Rookie of the Year 2025

     

     

  3. FERMIN ON THE SPRINT PODIUM, ALEX 4th AT MANDALIKA

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    FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
    “I must say that missing out on a win on the last lap hurts, but we must be happy with this result. Honestly, we knew Marco Bezzecchi was quicker than us, but with his mistake at the start we found ourselves in the right place at the right time. I could almost taste victory, but I’m happy: we’ll try to score another good result tomorrow.”

    ALEX MARQUEZ #73
    “It was a positive day, despite the mistake towards the end of Q2. We didn’t change the bike for the Sprint, even though I’m struggling quite a bit at the front-end: having said that, fourth place is a good result. We need to remain calm and make a good tyre choice for tomorrow’s race.”
    *Crashed in Q2 at turn 13

  4. FIRST SATURDAY WITH NO GLORY FOR TEAM BK8 GRESINI

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    ALEX MARQUEZ #73
    “It’s unclear to me what happened at the start. I “battled” with a tearoff, and it was Marc’s. I pushed it away, but the rear still span. Then, few moments later, I had a coming together with Fermin (turn 3) and that’s when I decided to take it steady in this Sprint, because it was a lost battle. We got some valuable data ahead of tomorrow and we’re not too far behind on the grid, so we’ll work hard in order to be competitive.”

    FERMIN ALDEGUER #54
    “Let’s say that this was more of a test for the race than a Sprint. We know we are strong in some areas of the track, even though we have to work on the electronic sides of the engine brake and traction, and why not, take a look at the data – especially Marc’s.”

     

     Sprint - CzechGP  
    14th - FERMIN ALDEGUER  #54
    17th - ALEX MARQUEZ #73 

    World Championship Standings
    2nd - ALEX MARQUEZ #73 (261 points)
    10th - FERMIN ALDEGUER #54 (92 points)

     

  5. Subaru partners with World Superbike Championship with Solterra as the first all-electric Official Safety Car

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    • Subaru announce partnership with World Superbike Championship
    • All-electric Subaru Solterra selected as Official Safety Car
    • Solterra embodies innovation, performance, and reliability - an ideal match for the championship
    • Round 7 of the championship to be held July 11-13 at Donington Park, UK

    8th July 2025 - Subaru’s first all-electric SUV, the Subaru Solterra, will take the spotlight as the Official Safety Car of the popular motorsport series. This marks Subaru Europe's debut in an official motorsport programme and the first time WorldSBK has selected an all-electric vehicle as its Official Safety Car.

    As the Official Safety Car, the Solterra underscores Subaru’s commitment to crafting vehicles that offer a unique blend of enjoyment and peace of mind. From pre-session track assessments to rapid incident responses, Subaru’s all-electric SUV is built to perform where and when it matters most.

    Having performed expertly at all rounds of the season so far, the Subaru Solterra will be on-hand at round seven of the World SBK Championship, held in the UK at the infamous Donington Park, near Castle Donington in Leicestershire. There are three WorldSBK contests to look forward to, with two on the main Sunday race day, plus an international support race package featuring World SuperSport and the return of the Women’s World Championship. Further racing will come from a roster of leading national categories.

    "Subaru’s rich racing heritage makes the WorldSBK championship a perfect match for our brand," said David Dello Stritto, General Manager at Subaru Europe. "Partnering with this distinctive motorsport series aligns Subaru with performance and cutting-edge innovation. It reinforces our core values of driving fun, go-anywhere capability, durability and safety—values that resonate deeply with Subaru and WorldSBK fans alike.”

    He continued “This collaboration brings our 'Power On. Ready. Charge.' motto to life, showcasing the mindset behind our European efforts to introduce new electric models in the region. It reaffirms Subaru's dedication to shaping a sustainable and electrified future for the brand in Europe.”

    Francesco Valentino, Head of WorldSBK Commercial & Marketing Department expressed his enthusiasm: "We are thrilled to welcome Subaru as the Official Safety Car provider for WorldSBK. The Solterra embodies a perfect blend of innovation, performance, and reliability, making it an ideal match for our championship. Subaru’s focus on delivering high-quality vehicles aligns perfectly with WorldSBK’s pursuit of excellence. We’re excited to see the Solterra leading the pack and providing fans with unforgettable experiences in our paddock."