In a startling turn of events, the Moto2 World Championship is set to go through a significant shift as two-time race winner Sergio Garcia and the QJMOTOR - FRINSA - MSi squad prepare to part ways mid-2025.
A Surprising Departure
Ahead of the eagerly anticipated Italian Grand Prix, reports from Sky Italia broke the news of Garcia’s impending exit from MSi. This comes on the heels of a lackluster performance at the Aragon Grand Prix, where Garcia finished in 20th position. The whispers of this split have grown louder amidst a challenging season for Garcia, who’ve struggled to find his previous form due to an early-season injury that kept him out of the first three rounds.
A Season of Challenges
This year has not been what Garcia or MSi envisioned. With only three points collected over five Grand Prix weekends, Garcia’s disappointing performance contrasts sharply with Team MSi’s expectations, especially after they witnessed Garcia’s teammate, Ai Ogura, clinch the Moto2 title last season.
Potential Replacements Emerge
As the news of Garcia’s exit ripples through the Moto2 community, speculations about his replacement are gathering momentum. Sky Italia hints at two potential candidates. First in the pecking order is Alex Escrig from the KLINT Forward Factory Team, whom MSi is reportedly keen to acquire, possibly buying him out of his current deal. Alternatively, MSi’s eye might wander over to the World Supersport Championship to lure Jaume Masia into their fold once again.
Looking Ahead
Despite the current hiccup, MSi appears well-poised for a smooth transition into the 2026 season. The lineup seems sturdy, with Ivan Ortola expected to be retained, and a potential promotion looming for Angel Piqueras from their Moto3 squad.
This unexpected realignment within the Moto2 circuit serves as a testament to the fluctuating dynamics of the racing world. As stated in BikeSport News, the departure of Sergio Garcia marks not just an endpoint but the beginning of speculative excitement over who will take the helm within the MSi ranks.
