The arrival of Gulf Oil as main sponsor of TrackHouse Racing marks a turning point for this young team in MotoGP. This partnership, associated with the results of the first season, opens up interesting perspectives.
TrackHouse Racingthe young American team engaged in MotoGP, announced the arrival of Gulf Oil
International as main sponsor for 2025 and beyond. Gulf’s iconic blue and orange logo will adorn the
Aprilia RS-GP25 driven by Ai Ogura et Raul Fernandezmarking a strategic partnership which aims to strengthen the team’s presence in the premier category.
Justin Marksowner of TrackHouse, expressed his enthusiasm: “ It is truly an honor and a great moment for the TrackHouse MotoGP team to welcome Gulf as a major partner. The iconic Gulf brand has been featured in some of the most memorable and significant motorsport events in historyand seeing their logo on our Aprilia RS-GP25 is incredibly exciting for the company. »
On the side of Gulf Oil International, Mike JonesCEO of the company, underlined the importance of this collaboration: “ We are delighted to continue our history in motorcycle sport by partnering with a team as ambitious and dynamic as TrackHouse Racing. Together, we share a common vision of putting fans at the heart of everything we do. »
TrackHouse Racing made its entry into MotoGP in 2024 after a lightning and strategic decision taken during the 2023 Austrian Grand Prix. With the announced collapse of the team
Razlan Razaliclient
ApriliaJustin Marks and his team saw a unique opportunity. In just two months, contracts were signed and preparations for the season were underway.
TrackHouse Racing and Gulf Oil International: a promising alliance for MotoGP 2025
With a solid budget and logistical support from Noale,
TrackHouse Racing was able to structure a competent team, made up of experienced technicians and key personalities such as Davide Brivioformer MotoGP team director who worked in F1. Wilco Zeelenberga veteran of the paddock, was also instrumental in establishing the team.
Sportingly, TrackHouse showed a promising start, finishing his first season ahead of the entire Honda team. Miguel Oliveira et Raul Fernandez have regularly scored points, with a notable place in the sprint at the Sachsenring. However, the team remained outside the top 5 most of the season, finishing in ninth place in the overall team rankings.
Pour 2025, TrackHouse decided to review its squad by signing the young talent Ai Ogura to replace
Miguel Oliveiraa risky, but strategic decision. The team also ended its collaboration with
Wilco Zeelenberga less publicized but potentially decisive choice.
The association with Aprilia remains crucial for TrackHouse Racing. However, Noale faces its own challenges after major changes within its technical department, with
Albesian Roman passed at
Honda et Fabiano Sterlacchini back home Aprilia. The development of RS-GP will be essential to enable TrackHouse to compete at the highest level.
As the team enters its second year in MotoGP, the question remains open: TrackHouse Racing
can it become a reference among the championship’s client teams? The foundations are solid, and the arrival of Gulf
Oil International could be the boost needed to reach a milestone in 2025.
