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After initially viewing his Yamaha test role as a route back into a full time MotoGP ride, Augusto Fernandez is embracing development duties for the M1 and V4 projects.
Augusto Fernandez won’t be returning to full-time MotoGP racing in 2026, as he is content in his role as Yamaha’s official test rider. Although he initially viewed the Yamaha opportunity as a path back to the premier class, most seats for the upcoming season are already filled, and his name hasn’t been mentioned as a contender. Fernandez has taken on more responsibilities than other test riders, working on developing Yamaha’s current M1 and the new V4 prototype, as well as potential wild-card entries and replacement duties. He expressed satisfaction with his current role and the importance of the V4 project he is involved in, aiming to bring Yamaha back to the top. Yamaha’s new V4 machine may debut in a race before the year ends, and Fernandez is open to the possibility of a wild-card entry with it.
