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EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 4 MIN

Clip: Ride to Survive: Why MotoGP’s 2027 Grid is in a Standoff

from CanyonChasers Podcast // The Braking Zone · host Dave and Brian

Is the MotoGP paddock about to explode, or is everyone just waiting for a bigger paycheck?In this clip, we’re taking a detour into the messy world of MotoGP contracts. While the rumors are flying—Jorge Martin to Yamaha, Fabio Quartararo to Honda, and Pecco Bagnaia’s "2+2" deal—there’s a massive reason why nothing is "official" yet.We dive into the "Concord Agreement" style gridlock between the manufacturers and the series organizers (Dorna/Liberty Media). The teams are locking arms, demanding a fair share of the TV revenue, and using rider signings as their ultimate leverage.In this video:The Rumor Mill: Where Martin, Quartararo, Marquez, and Acosta are actually headed.The Financial Standoff: Why MotoGP teams are "unionizing" for a better revenue split.The Liberty Media Effect: Is a "Ride to Survive" series actually in production?Aprilia’s Dilemma: Would they take Martin back after last year's drama? (Spoiler: Wins solve everything).What do you think? Should the teams hold out for more money, or is this gridlock hurting the fans? And more importantly... would you finally buy a Netflix subscription for a MotoGP "Ride to Survive" series? Let us know in the comments!#MotoGP #SillySeason #JorgeMartin #FabioQuartararo #TheBraking Zone #LibertyMedia #MotoGP2026 #racingnews Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/CanyonChasers

Is the MotoGP paddock about to explode, or is everyone just waiting for a bigger paycheck?In this clip, we’re taking a detour into the messy world of MotoGP contracts. While the rumors are flying—Jorge Martin to Yamaha, Fabio Quartararo to Honda, and Pecco Bagnaia’s "2+2" deal—there’s a massive reason why nothing is "official" yet.We dive into the "Concord Agreement" style gridlock between the manufacturers and the series organizers (Dorna/Liberty Media). The teams are locking arms, demanding a fair share of the TV revenue, and using rider signings as their ultimate leverage.In this video:The Rumor Mill: Where Martin, Quartararo, Marquez, and Acosta are actually headed.The Financial Standoff: Why MotoGP teams are "unionizing" for a better revenue split.The Liberty Media Effect: Is a "Ride to Survive" series actually in production?Aprilia’s Dilemma: Would they take Martin back after last year's drama? (Spoiler: Wins solve everything).What do you think? Should the teams hold out for more money, or is this gridlock hurting the fans? And more importantly... would you finally buy a Netflix subscription for a MotoGP "Ride to Survive" series? Let us know in the comments!#MotoGP #SillySeason #JorgeMartin #FabioQuartararo #TheBraking Zone #LibertyMedia #MotoGP2026 #racingnews Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/CanyonChasers

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Is the MotoGP paddock about to explode, or is everyone just waiting for a bigger paycheck?In this clip, we’re taking a detour into the messy world of MotoGP contracts. While the rumors are flying—Jorge Martin to Yamaha, Fabio Quartararo to Honda,...

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