Ai Ogura

Ai Ogura is a Japanese MotoGP rider who made history as the first graduate of the Asia Talent Cup to reach the premier class as a Moto2 World Champion. Known for his calm personality yet incredibly disciplined and brave riding on track, Ogura carries the high hopes of returning Japanese riders to supremacy in MotoGP. With the Trackhouse Racing team, he is part of Aprilia's ambitious project to strengthen their dominance on the world stage.

Career Journey

• Lightweight & Intermediate Class Success (2019–2023): Ogura showcased his talent early on in Moto3 with remarkable consistency. His reputation skyrocketed when he moved up to Moto2, where he immediately became a primary title contender. Despite suffering a serious injury, he remained capable of showing terrifying speed and became a key pillar of Asian strength in the world championship.
• Historic Moto2 World Champion (2024): The 2024 season marked the pinnacle of Ogura's intermediate class career. With a highly dominant and intelligent performance, he successfully captured the Moto2 World Championship title, an achievement long-awaited by the Japanese public. This feat confirmed his automatic promotion to the highest tier of world motorcycle racing.
• MotoGP Debut with Trackhouse Racing (2025): Ogura officially stepped up to the premier class in the 2025 season with Trackhouse Racing, becoming the first Japanese rider to compete on an Aprilia RS-GP. Under the guidance of the American team, he underwent an impressive adaptation process, showing that his braking technique and composure were a perfect match for the characteristics of the European prototype bike.
• Japan's New Premier Class Icon (2026–Present): Entering the 2026 season, Ogura has developed into a solid rider on the MotoGP grid. With full technical support from Aprilia and Trackhouse, he is focused on securing his first podium and competing regularly at the front of the pack. As Raul Fernandez's teammate, Ogura plays a vital role in Aprilia's global strategy to challenge the other manufacturers.