Double world Superbike champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu will debut in MotoGP in 2026, riding for Pramac Yamaha.
Yamaha Motor confirmed his move in a statement released early, departing from the initial expectation during the Italian Grand Prix weekend.
After winning the Superbike World Championship twice in 2021 and 2024, Razgatlıoğlu will join Yamaha’s satellite squad following eight seasons in the Superbike World Championship.
Yamaha’s statement expresses pleasure in welcoming Razgatlıoğlu back to Yamaha and highlights his successful stint in WorldSBK.
Transitioning to MotoGP is seen as a strategic decision to showcase his unique talent at the pinnacle of motorcycle racing, with Razgatlıoğlu being the second most victorious rider in WorldSBK history.
The move anticipates exciting times ahead for the Turkish star, with fans eagerly awaiting his debut in the premier class alongside potential teammate Jack Miller.
