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Paolo Pavesio offers a clarification on the length of Toprak Razgatlioglu’s Yamaha MotoGP contract.
Toprak Razgatlioglu’s Yamaha MotoGP contract has been confirmed by Yamaha racing boss Paolo Pavesio to be for two years, covering both 2026 and 2027.
Pavesio mentioned during an appearance at Mugello that the deal is fixed for two years, dispelling any confusion around the contract duration.
The post-season Valencia test in November is anticipated to be the first opportunity for Razgatlioglu to test the YZR-M1 following the signing of his contract for the consecutive years.
Razgatlioglu’s transition to MotoGP has been a focus, with his tests with Yamaha in 2022 initially facing criticisms due to timing issues.
Despite the potential loss for WorldSBK, Pavesio believes the move is positive for both MotoGP and Superbike racing, showcasing that Superbike can also be a pathway to the top level of motorcycle racing.
