Alvaro Bautista’s career beyond 2025 is still uncertain after he posted an important update on his WorldSBK future at Donington Park.
The Spaniard revealed at the last round in Misano that Ducati wouldn’t be exercising the additional second year on his contract.
Despite turning 40 in November last year, Bautista admitted he wants to remain racing for 2026, but his final destination remains unclear.
He has yet to win in 2025 and currently lies fourth in the championship, 120 points behind team-mate and championship leader Nicolo Bulega.
The two-time WorldSBK champion revealed that he has contacted manufacturers but no offers have been made at present time.
“Well, I am a free agent. I don’t have any free contract but we have been speaking with some manufacturers but there’s still nothing on the table,” Bautista told WorldSBK ahead of the UK round.
“But I’m not worried, I just tried to be focused in the present and try to enjoy the bike. I think I can be calm because my performances are good.
“I think if you are fast and precise you have more option to race for next season.”
Alvaro Bautista outlines his two main targets for 2026
Bautista explained that the minimum weight regulations introduced in 2024, which include rider weight and ballast, could limit his options on the 2026 grid.
The two-time WorldSBK champion has admitted that all options are open, hinting he could be prepared to leave WorldSBK if an ideal offer arrives.
“Fortunately, there are a lot of bikes free for next year so I’m not really worried. The problem as well is the manufacturer I speak with, it’s a big problem as they have add 7kg on the back of the bike.
“The most important is if we came back to normal regulations because this rule has been a bit unfair.
“There are a lot of free bikes [for 2026]. With Ducati, the door is not closed because we need to keep speaking and see what happens.
“For sure my first target is to keep racing, second target is to keep racing in WorldSBK, so let’s see what happens.”
