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Dominique Aegerter returns to WorldSSP in 2026 after three years in WorldSBK.
After three years with the GRT Yamaha WorldSBK team, Dominique Aegerter is making a significant change for the 2026 season by switching teams, manufacturers, and classes in pursuit of regaining competitiveness. His standout years in Supersport, where he secured two titles with 10 wins in 2021 and 17 victories in 2022, contrast with his less successful stint in World Superbike. Only managing podium finishes in his debut 2023 season finale, Aegerter decided to return to Supersport with Kawasaki’s official team, operated by the Puccetti squad that previously celebrated success with Kenan Sofuoglu.
In an interview with WorldSBK.com at the EICMA show in Milan, Aegerter expressed contentment with his move to the Kawasaki Puccetti team and his return to the 600cc category. Despite his caliber, the 35-year-old acknowledged that the World Superbike results in recent years did not meet his aspirations, leading to the decision to rejuvenate his Supersport career. With the determination to strive for championship contention, Aegerter’s focus is set on delivering competitive performances in the upcoming season alongside teammate Jeremy Alcoba.
Puccetti, the team principal, believes the partnership of Aegerter and Alcoba positions the Kawasaki WorldSSP Team as a formidable force in the 2026 series, aiming to challenge for the championship. The team boss has high expectations for the forthcoming season, envisioning Aegerter and Alcoba’s combination as a recipe for success in the pursuit of securing the 2026 World Supersport title. While Puccetti aspires for another World Championship victory, he also anticipates that the dynamic duo of Aegerter and Alcoba will engage in a competitive season with the ultimate goal of reclaiming the top spot in Supersport.
