There are rumors that Lewis Hamilton is buying out a MotoGP team.
F1 legend Lewis Hamilton is reportedly in discussions with Gresini Racing to acquire the satellite Ducati MotoGP team. The seven-time world champion is showing serious interest in buying the Italian outfit from current boss Nadia Padovani.
Reports suggest that a member of Hamilton’s inner circle attended the Dutch TT race in Assen to evaluate the commercial potential of such a purchase. The timing couldn’t be better, as Ducati dominated the event, securing the top five finishing positions, with Francesco Bagnaia taking the win.
This development comes amid a potentially transformative period for MotoGP, which is in the process of being acquired by F1 owners Liberty Media. The takeover is expected to receive approval from competition regulators later this year. Hamilton’s involvement could significantly boost the profile of motorcycling events and draw in new fans, creating a unique crossover between F1 and MotoGP.
Several of Hamilton’s sponsors are already active in MotoGP, and he previously owned X44, a team in the Extreme E electric off-road racing series until 2024. Hamilton’s passion for MotoGP is well-known; in 2019, he famously rode Valentino Rossi’s Yamaha in Valencia, an event sponsored by Monster and Petronas, who back both athletes.
“I have always loved bikes,” Hamilton said after the experience. “When I was younger, I wanted to race bikes, not cars, but my dad said they were too dangerous. He got me into four wheels instead, which was the right choice. If I had raced during Valentino’s time, I wouldn’t have been as successful. But I still enjoy superbikes and track days—they offer a different perspective.”
Hamilton, set to drive for Ferrari in 2025, has shown interest in high-profile investments before. He was previously linked with a consortium led by Sir Martin Broughton to buy Chelsea Football Club, alongside tennis star Serena Williams, but the deal ultimately went to American businessman Todd Boehly.
Hamilton’s potential acquisition of Gresini Racing could mark a significant milestone in his career, blending his love for two-wheeled racing with his storied F1 legacy, while also bridging two major motorsport worlds.
