Get ready for an emotional rollercoaster as we dive into the future of a Moto3 legend! Albert Arenas, the former Moto3 world champion, has bid farewell to MotoGP, but his racing spirit refuses to retire.
In a heartfelt social media post, Arenas revealed that 2025 would mark his last year in the MotoGP paddock, leaving many fans wondering about his next move. But here's where it gets intriguing: he hinted that his racing journey was far from over.
For the 2026 season, Arenas is gearing up for a new challenge in World Supersport, joining forces with Yamaha and the AS Racing team. He'll be riding the powerful Yamaha R9 and partnering with Aldi Satya Mahendra. Arenas expressed his excitement, stating, "I'm thrilled to join Yamaha and embark on this new adventure. It's an opportunity to rebuild my racing career and get back to winning ways. I'm determined to keep improving and perform at my best."
Currently competing in Moto2 with the Gresini squad, Arenas has shown his skills, securing a podium finish at the Italian Grand Prix. With one round left, he sits at ninth in the standings, having finished eighth in the recent Portuguese Grand Prix.
And this is the part most people miss: the announcement of AS Racing's partnership with Yamaha comes after the Evans Bros team surprisingly split with the Japanese brand, despite having a deal in place for 2026. Instead, Evans Bros has teamed up with the Chinese manufacturer ZXMoto.
So, what do you think? Is Arenas making the right move by joining World Supersport? Or should he have stayed in MotoGP? Let's discuss in the comments and share your thoughts on this racing legend's future!
