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Six-time WorldSBK champion Jonathan Rea has announced he will retire from WorldSBK and full-time racing at the end of the 2025 season.
Six-time WorldSBK champion Jonathan Rea has announced his retirement from full-time racing at the end of the 2025 season, leaving as the most successful rider in the sport’s history with six consecutive championships from 2015 to 2020.
Having begun his career with Ten Kate Honda in 2008, Rea achieved immense success with Kawasaki before moving to Yamaha, where he faced some challenges in 2024.
Despite speculation about joining Barni Spark Racing for the 2026 Ducati Panigale, a deal reportedly did not materialize for Rea.
Expressing his decision on Instagram, Rea reflected on his career, achievements, the support of his family, and fans, expressing gratitude for the journey and stating that while he is stepping away from full-time racing, he will always be part of the sport in a different capacity.
Rea’s legacy endures as a monumental figure in motorcycle racing history, embodying a career driven by the pursuit of excellence and the support of his loved ones and fans.
