Honda retain Pedrosa & Dovizioso

Pedrosa has notched seven MotoGP wins so far in his career

Dani Pedrosa and Andrea Dovizioso have signed new contracts with the factory Honda MotoGP team.

Spaniard Pedrosa, fourth in the 2009 MotoGP standings, has agreed a one-year extension which will see him riding for the team for a fifth consecutive year.

Italy's Dovizioso, currently sixth, has signed for 2010 with options for 2011.

"We've proved that we can beat the best in the world, and I still believe we can get to a level where we challenge at every race," said Pedrosa, 23.

"That is what the whole team must work towards. I still have confidence that Honda can produce a bike that can win the world championship."

Dovizioso, 23, who won his first MotoGP at Donington in July, said: "My first year as a factory rider has taught me a lot.

"I'm confident that with the direction we've agreed for machine development we can reach a level where we are fighting for victory every Sunday."