Maverick Vinales withdraws from the 2026 United States GP – What impact will his ongoing shoulder injury have on his MotoGP career?

Both he and Jorge Lorenzo made a lot of noise, regarding how he is the fastest KTM before the season started, and we’ve yet to see any proof of that, even before this latest injury setback. He’s saying he won’t think about 2027 until he’s 100% fit, however I don’t think there will be any competitive seats left at that point.

tyler.rowlinson6mo ago

I agree. This had to be a strong start to the season for Maverick, but it's just been more of the same. It's a shame because he is a good rider, but he really didn't help himself with the noise around him at the start of the year

luke.newman6mo ago

This is a massive year for Mav and his MotoGP future, and so far it does not look like he will be in the sport next season...

ahambly236mo ago

Top Gun desperately needs to show he is worthy of that factory KTM seat. If this issue crops up a lot this year, he might find himself without a seat next season.

kyle.archer6mo ago

KTM will certainly be reluctant to commit to placing Maverick Vinales in their factory team in 2027 if he cannot find some form in 2026 with Tech3 due to the ongoing effects of his shoulder injury from the 2025 German Grand Prix.