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When Fabio Quartararo’s contract is up for renewal after 2026, he wants a winning bike – whether at Yamaha or elsewhere.
Fabio Quartararo insists that his upcoming MotoGP contract must be for a bike capable of winning right away, expressing frustration with Yamaha for their under-development status.
Despite renewing his Yamaha contract for the 2025-2026 seasons, Quartararo remains concerned about the lack of progress from the Japanese manufacturer.
Yamaha, currently last in the constructors’ championship, is working on a new V4 engine to improve competitiveness in MotoGP, aiming for a reset in the 2027 regulations.
Quartararo emphasizes that future decisions will prioritize sportsmanship over financial benefits, echoing Marc Marquez’s choice to leave Honda early for a more competitive bike.
The 2021 MotoGP champion values the opportunity to lead a project at Yamaha but seeks a race-winning bike from the get-go in future endeavors.
Dismissing Maverick Vinales’ regrets about leaving Yamaha prematurely, Quartararo stresses the importance of following one’s own career path in the ever-competitive world of MotoGP.
