Cal Crutchlow talks retirement, his Honda return, modern MotoGP bikes, the 2027 rules and why he still believes the Isle of Man TT is the greatest race in the world.
MotoGP has confirmed that Thailand will once again host the season opener in 2027, meaning it will be the first race of the highly-anticipated 850cc era.
Current MotoGP racers Francesco Bagnaia and Marco Bezzecchi joined the likes of nine-time world champion Valentino Rossi in receiving an Ambassador of Sports Diplomacy honour in Italy.
All 11 MotoGP teams have signed up until 2031, clearing the way for the switch to 850cc engines, reduced aerodynamics and the removal of ride-height devices.