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Fabio Quartararo has indicated that he was impressed by Toprak Razgatlioglu in his first public MotoGP test.
Toprak Razgatlioglu’s impressive performance at his first public MotoGP test in Valencia caught the attention of his Yamaha teammate Fabio Quartararo.
The one-day post-race test was affected by rain, making the track damp and patchy in the morning, resulting in limited running for all riders.
Despite the challenging conditions, Razgatlioglu finished the test just 1.3 seconds behind the fastest lap set by Raul Fernandez, showcasing his potential for improvement.
Manager Kenan Sofuoglu acknowledged Razgatlioglu’s room for growth while Quartararo praised the Turkish rider’s speed and predicted a strong performance from him in the upcoming season.
Quartararo, Yamaha’s top performer in 2025, finished the test 15th-fastest, expressing the need for Yamaha to deliver results with their V4 to secure his future beyond 2026.
Quartararo emphasized the importance of Yamaha’s winter development to make the V4 competitive for the 2026 season, highlighting the uncertainty surrounding his long-term commitment to the team.
