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Yamaha has praised Jonathan Rea’s incredible WorldSBK achievements and pledged to “push hard” for a final podium before his retirement.
Yamaha paid tribute to Jonathan Rea as he announced his retirement at the end of the 2025 season, having switched to Yamaha after winning six world championships at Kawasaki.
Rea’s time with Yamaha saw challenges, with struggles to fully adapt to the R1 and hindered by injuries, but he remained dedicated and committed to the project.
Yamaha Motor Europe’s Andrea Dosoli praised Rea’s accomplishments and professionalism throughout his 17-year career in production racing.
Despite the difficulties, Yamaha expressed gratitude for Rea’s effort, professionalism, and dedication, vowing to push hard in their remaining races together.
Rea, contemplating a satellite Ducati seat, thanked Yamaha for the opportunity to conclude his career with them, highlighting their support over the past two seasons.
