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Jack Miller says he is “thrilled” to return to Motegi for the Japanese MotoGP, the circuit where he last won.
Jack Miller’s last MotoGP victory was three years ago at Motegi, and now he returns to the same circuit representing Yamaha, where he will be racing as a confirmed rider until 2026.
Despite being his first race at Motegi with Yamaha, Miller expressed his excitement and emotional attachment to the track, where he clinched his last win and enjoys exceptional support from the Japanese fans.
On the other hand, Miguel Oliveira, competing in his only Japanese Grand Prix with Yamaha, is looking forward to the race as an opportunity to showcase his growing competitiveness.
For Pramac Yamaha, this will be their first year as Yamaha’s official satellite team at Motegi, where they hope to capitalize on the YZR-M1’s strengths in braking while addressing its weaknesses in accelerations for a strong showing for Yamaha’s home Grand Prix.
