Road to MotoGP - Who can make it to the Moto2 World Championship in 2027?

In my previous articles, I tried to analise (if you can even call it like that), which riders have at least a small chance of jumping to the Moto3 World Championship in 2027.

Something similar can also be written for what concerns Moto2, as the European Championship within MotoJunior features several interesting riders, including rising stars and riders looking for a fresh start. The chances of moving from the Moto2 European Championship to the Moto2 World Championship are slim, and only a handful of riders have managed it in recent years, such as Senna Agius and most recently Alberto Ferrández. Still, you should never say never. So here are my predictions on who could make that step in 2027.

DISCLAIMER: Like my previous two articles on the Moto3 World Championship, this article contains analysis and predictions based on results and other factors. Therefore, it should not be considered as confirmed news.

Milan Pawelec: Titles and nationality

The first name is, of course, the reigning Moto2 European Champion: Milan Pawelec.

Pawelec has already shown over the opening three rounds of the 2026 season that he is more than ready to retain his title. Again with AGR Team after his triumphant 2025 campaign, the Polish rider has taken three victories, one third place, and one ninth place following a crash in the opening five races of the season. Those results have kept him at the top of the championship standings, although only with a small advantage over Unai Orradre. Pawelec has also already gained experience in the Moto2 World Championship, racing as a wildcard at Brno in 2025 and as a replacement for Alonso López with ITALJET Gresini at Brno, Assen and Sachsenring in 2026. While the results were nothing spectactular, he still gained valuable experience on the world stage.

The successful time he has enjoyed in MotoJunior, along with a small help from being Polish (and we all know Liberty Media wants an increasingly global Grand Prix field), make Pawelec one of those riders who simply should not be left out of the World Championship, especially if he wins again in the MotoJunior this year. In my opinion, he will become a twice European Champion, and make it to the Moto2 World Championship grid in 2027.

Unai Orradre: Is this the year?

Despite switching bikes after the 2025 season, returning to a Kalex after spending a year aboard Team Ciatti's Boscoscuro machine, Unai Orradre has once again established himself as one of the very front riders in the Moto2 European Championship.

The Spanish rider, who also has experience in the Supersport 300 and Supersport World Championships, hasn't scored any race win yet it this season, but he has finished on the podium in all five races held at Barcelona, Estoril and Jerez, finishing three times 2nd and twice 3rd. That consistency puts him very close to Pawelec in the standings, as he has scored so far 92 points, six less than the reigning champion. Moreover, Orradre seems to have settled in extremely well with Momoven Racing, a team he joined this year.

As we know, Javi Martínez's team is now involved in the Moto2 World Championship through its partnership with RW Racing, fielding Ayumu Sasaki and Zonta van den Goorbergh. The lineup may be shaken up in 2027, and it would not be surprising if Martínez tried to bring either David Almansa (a rider he manages who is impressing in Moto3) or Orradre himself into the team. Let's also bear in mind that Orradre has already experienced the Moto2 World Championship, having competed in several races as a substitute from 2024 until today.

Eric Fernández: The return of "La Bala"?

Like Orradre, Eric Fernández has already had a taste of the Moto2 World Championship after making several substitute appearances with MSi in 2025.

He then returned to the European Championship to further grow as a rider, ahead of a likely move (but full time) to the world stage in the future. "Eric La Bala," which means "Eric the Bullet" in Spanish, has enjoyed a strong 2026 season, highlighted by a victory and another podium scored at Estoril. However, mistakes and penalties have cost him valuable points, leaving him slightly behind Pawelec and Orradre in the standings. The multiple Spanish champion, managed by Héctor Faubel, has enormous potential and is making the step forward that he perhaps lacked through inexperience during the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

If he can be more consistent during the second half of the year, Eric Fernández can still realistically aim for a return to the Moto2 World Championship in 2027, this time for a full season. Being Spanish may not work in his favor, but having a manager like Héctor Faubel certainly does. Faubel has already worked some remarkable moves for his riders in recent years, just like when he brought Fermín Aldeguer to MotoGP in 2025...

Three Italian riders

What about Italian riders such as Francesco Mongiardo and Alessandro Morosi, or even Dennis Foggia returning to the world stage?

Looking at the opening races, Foggia won Race 2 in Barcelona and added another podium up to date, while "Mongy" collected two podium finishes. However, it's clear that both of them and Morosi (who has finished just outside the podium several times) are still missing that final step needed to consistently fight for victories against Pawelec, Orradre and Fernández. Still Mongiardo has become much more consistent with Team MMR, compared to the ups and downs of previous seasons. At the same time Foggia has often been solid with Team Ciatti, while Morosi has been consistently competitive and looks ready to fight for podium finishes with Eagle-1, aiming to repeat the top 3 finish he achieved at MotorLand Aragón in 2025.

Some teams may consider Foggia because of his previous experience in both Moto3 and Moto2 World Championships, while Morosi and Mongiardo may have to hope for opportunities as replacement riders. If those chances came, they could finally gain the World Championship exposure they have not yet enjoyed, apart from Morosi's wildcard appearance at Portimão in 2025. Realistically, though, it is difficult to see any of them securing a full time Moto2 World Championship seat in 2027.

A few more names

Starting with Australians Jacob Roulstone and Harrison Voight, the two share more than just their nationality. Both have already raced as substitutes in the Moto2 World Championship: Voight made several appearances during 2024 and 2025, while Roulstone replaced the injured Mario Aji for several races this season. However, both have spent most of 2026 so far running inside the top ten, but without delivering many standout performances. Strong financial backing could certainly help them, but Voight appears to have limited chances, while Roulstone still seems to need more time in the Moto2 category.

Beyond them, there are several interesting riders whose World Championship prospects seem more realistic for 2028 than for 2027:

• Rossi Moor: He has made encouraging progress with Revesz Racing and Da Corsa. His dual American and Hungarian nationality would also be attractive from Liberty Media, especially if his improvement continues and podium finishes begin to arrive.
• Javier Palomera: The 18-year-old Spaniard from Stylobike Team has already shone several times during 2026, particularly with two top five finishes in the opening round at Barcelona. Even if the Spanish flag is not really an advantage nowadays, he is very promising on the longer term.
• Facundo Llambias: He was born in 2004, thus his age is not ideal, but with Monlau Team he already reached the Moto2 European Championship podium at Magny Cours in 2025. He has also scored two top five finishes so far in 2026, although consistency remains an issue. Skills and his Uruguayan passport could work in his favor for a future in the World Championship.

It's unlikely that any of these riders will be on the Moto2 World Championship grid in 2027. However, someone like Moor or Roulstone could have a genuine opportunity in 2028, if they keep moving upwards.

Out of what I have written, what will actually come true? We cannot know yet, but there is no harm in making a few predictions. And I hope you enjoyed the read!