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How can six-time WorldSBK Champion Jonathan Rea return to the front of the series after two difficult years with Yamaha?
Jonathan Rea is facing a crucial moment in his career midway through his second season with the Pata Yamaha team.
After switching to Yamaha in 2023 due to the Kawasaki ZX-10RR not meeting his competitive needs, Rea has struggled to replicate his previous peak performance or match the success of his Yamaha teammate Toprak Razgatlioglu.
Despite Yamaha’s limited success in the season, Rea’s best finish so far has been a seventh place in the Misano Superpole Race.
An injury early in the 2025 season further complicated Rea’s performance, and he has expressed challenges in understanding and optimizing the Yamaha R1’s capabilities.
Considering his age and struggles with Yamaha, Rea may need to reassess his future in WorldSBK and potentially explore other manufacturer options for the 2026 season.
