The 2026 Moto2 grid is heating up as the Moto3 talent pool continues to deliver future champions. The rider transfer market is already buzzing with significant promotions securing seats for the upcoming season, a critical phase in the MotoGP development ladder.
Moto2 2026 Lineup Takes Shape
The biggest news dominating the headlines for Moto2 2026 is the promotion of José Antonio Rueda. The Spanish sensation, who is the runaway 2025 Moto3 World Championship leader, is making the highly anticipated leap.
- Rueda’s Promotion Confirmed: José Antonio Rueda will be stepping up to the intermediate class (Moto2) for the 2026 season. This transfer solidifies his status as a future MotoGP star and a key asset in the KTM junior rider program.
- Red Bull KTM Ajo: Crucially, Rueda will remain within the powerhouse Red Bull KTM Ajo stable. This continuation ensures a smooth transition, leveraging the team’s proven expertise in developing Moto2 winners and MotoGP talent.
- Forming a Dream Team: Rueda will partner with Collin Veijer in the Ajo KTM garage, creating one of the most exciting Moto2 rider pairings for 2026. This duo represents the best Moto3 graduates currently making the jump.
- KTM’s Promising Junior Rider: Rueda is widely regarded as KTM’s most promising junior rider, underscoring the manufacturer’s deep investment in young rider development and securing their future in the MotoGP World Championship.
Source
https://www.ktm.com/en-int/racing/racing-news/rueda-makes-moto2–red-bull-ktm-ajo-step-for-2026.html
https://www.motogp.com/en/news/2025/09/18/2026-moto2-grid-announcements-what-we-know-so-far/758562
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2026_Moto2_World_Championship#Teams_and_riders
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