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Yamaha reveal when they plan to decide upon 2026 rider line-up
Toprak Razgatlioglu’s manager set a deadline for his future that has come and gone without a decision. Razgatlioglu is considering a move to MotoGP from World Superbike and has attracted interest from Honda and Yamaha. Yamaha’s Paolo Pavesio, who has a history with Razgatlioglu, is a key figure in this decision-making process.
Yamaha is hesitant to rush decisions about their MotoGP lineup and will evaluate their options by the summer break. Despite previous tensions with Yamaha, Razgatlioglu’s talent has garnered industry curiosity. Razgatlioglu’s performance on a BMW has also caught attention, possibly leading to him staying with the manufacturer.
The negotiations involve balancing existing contracts and potential talent, such as Jack Miller’s contract with Pramac ending this year. BMW is considering alternatives if Razgatlioglu doesn’t stay with them, indicating a complex decision-making process ahead in the world of MotoGP.
