Twice Superbike Champ Razgatlioglu to Ride for Pramac in MotoGP in 2026
- Yamaha has announced that Toprak Razgatlioglu will compete as a rider for their satellite outfit, Pramac Racing, in the MotoGP championship starting with the 2026 season.
- Razgatlioglu’s move follows his success as a two-time World Superbike champion and comes amid ongoing changes in MotoGP’s regulations and tyre suppliers beginning in 2027.
- The announcement implies a lineup change for Pramac's current riders, as Miguel Oliveira is expected to leave and Jack Miller is likely to remain as Razgatlioglu's teammate.
- Yamaha’s Managing Director Paolo Pavesio described Razgatlioglu’s transition as a 'homecoming' and an exciting challenge, emphasizing progressive growth and integration into MotoGP’s new era.
- This move positions Razgatlioglu to begin MotoGP amid upcoming technical changes, signaling Yamaha’s confidence in his adaptation and potential impact on the sport's evolving landscape.
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