Trackhouse MotoGP’s Strategic Vision: Davide Brivio Explains Ai Ogura Signing and Future Prospects

Davide Brivio discusses the rationale behind Ai Ogura joining Trackhouse MotoGP

Trackhouse MotoGP's team leader, Davide Brivio, elaborates on the theoretical reasons for bringing Ai Ogura on board.

One of the biggest stories emerging from the 2024 Austrian MotoGP weekend is Ai Ogura's deal to join the Trackhouse Aprilia MotoGP team for the 2025 season.

The Japanese racer, who began his career under the HRC program in 2015, progressing from the Asia Talent Cup to Moto2, will switch to Aprilia next year.

Davide Brivio, the principal of Trackhouse Racing, stated that their view of Ogura played a pivotal role in their choice to bring the 23-year-old rider from Japan on board.

“He is considered a remarkable talent, and in my opinion, he stands out as one of the finest riders in Moto2,” Brivio told MotoGP.com. “We believe it’s the perfect moment for him to transition to MotoGP.”

Brivio also discussed Ogura's technique on the bike. Ogura is known for his distinctive style of entering corners with a sideways approach.

Brivio commented on the rider's technique, noting that it appears unique in the context of MotoGP. He added that the true test will come when the rider actually gets on the MotoGP bike. Brivio explained that the decision is largely based on intuition and assessment, but they genuinely believe the rider has strong potential to succeed in MotoGP.

Yet, Brivio acknowledged that nothing is guaranteed, and any speculations regarding Ogura's capabilities in MotoGP remain hypothetical until he actually tests the RS-GP.

Brivio clarified, “As I mentioned, it’s merely a concept. This is purely speculative, alright? Naturally, we haven’t observed him on a MotoGP bike, but we can tell that he’s nearly at the level needed for MotoGP.”

"This decision isn't solely mine; we have a team that evaluates. Considering his skill, youth, and riding potential, we chose to back him."

Raul Fernandez has been confirmed to remain with Trackhouse during the summer break, ensuring that the American-owned team's roster for its second year is finalized.

"By securing 24-year-old Raul, we aimed to rejuvenate the project with a second rider and bring in another young talent to develop the team," Brivio explained. "Our goal is to create a lasting legacy, so this is a chance to revitalize the project and focus on future growth."

The satellite Aprilia team, despite having two young riders, is not aiming to function merely as a 'junior team' or a stepping stone for riders to move to factory teams.

Brivio expressed a desire to retain their riders within their own team rather than have them move up to a factory team. He acknowledged the significant challenge this presents, stating that everyone involved is fully aware of the difficulty. Nonetheless, he emphasized that they are developing a project in collaboration with Trackhouse.

"This marks Trackhouse's inaugural year, which we often refer to as a 'learning year.' Our focus is on gaining experience and helping Trackhouse grasp the MotoGP environment. Following this, the next two years will be dedicated to growth and establishing a strong foundation for the team."

"Therefore, it seems logical to me: having two young riders allows the team to develop, gain experience, and enhance their skills, which collectively helps to advance the project."

"In my opinion, if we can build a strong team and foster a positive environment, we might be able to encourage the riders to remain with us."

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