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Toprak Razgatlioglu says he “needed to win” Race 1 at the Czech WorldSBK “after many races”.
Reigning World Superbike Champion Toprak Razgatlioglu expressed his satisfaction with the victory in Race 1 at the Czech WorldSBK, emphasizing that he felt the need to win after a series of races without a victory. The Turkish rider’s last win was in the Assen Superpole Race before the triumph at Most, where he entered the Czech Round with a 34-point gap behind Ducati’s Nicolo Bulega. Razgatlioglu highlighted the significance of his six-second victory at Most as both mathematically and psychologically crucial, although he simply stated his joy at winning again after the race. He credited his team for constantly improving the bike throughout the sessions but acknowledged the necessity for further improvements as two more races awaited him the next day. Despite initial challenges in adapting to the weather conditions during the race, Razgatlioglu maintained a strong pace and focused on securing the victory, eventually managing to do so while strategically saving the rear tire. Looking ahead to the upcoming races, he noted the importance of maintaining a competitive performance and staying focused on the task at hand.
