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Six-time WorldSBK champion Jonathan Rea reveals he considered retiring from racing but wants to “right the wrongs” in 2025. The Northern Irishman switched marques from Kawasaki to Yamaha for 2024 after winning six championships in a row from 2015 to 2020. Rea’s move saw a dramatic fall down the standings, finishing 13th overall. He posted […]
Northern Irishman Jonathan Rea made the switch from Kawasaki to Yamaha for the 2024 season, following six consecutive championship wins from 2015 to 2020. However, his move resulted in a significant decline, finishing 13th overall with only one podium at Donington Park and no wins in the entire season, a first in his career. Despite this, Rea expressed his struggle with imagining retirement without remaining competitive in motorbike racing, stating that he wanted to address the shortcomings of the past year and focus on the positive moments moving forward. He attributed his disappointing performance in 2024 to physical and mental impacts from crashes early in the season, but highlighted moments of success like securing pole positions and competing for podium finishes. Looking ahead, Rea emphasized the need for a reset in the off-season, a change in mindset, and setting motivating goals for the upcoming 2025 season, expressing confidence in Yamaha’s future developments and his team’s potential to improve.
