MotoGP, Toprak Razgatlioglu: a return to Yamaha with a machine “identical” to that of Fabio Quartararo

It's official, and it's shaking up the paddock: Toprak Razgatlioglu, the electrifying World Superbike champion, is heading to MotoGP with Pramac for 2026! The Turkish prodigy, crowned WSBK champion with Yamaha in 2021 and BMW in 2024, returns to Yamaha to write a new chapter. At 28, he's ready to unleash his talent in the premier class, after making fans and teams salivate all season. Honda tried to lure him away, but it was Yamaha's satellite team, Pramac, that landed the gem.

With a clause worthy of fabio quartararo, Toprak will have a " identical machine " to that of the champion MotoGP 2021. A privilege that speaks volumes about the hopes placed in him. In WSBK, he crushed everything, and insiders are adamant: " he could win on his MotoGP debut ", claims a report from The Race, quoting members of the WSBK paddock.

A victory in his first race? That would be a resounding achievement for a rookie, even for a phenomenon like RazgatliogluBut be careful, expectations must remain measured: 2026 will be a year of learning, with a new motorcycle and tires to tame.

Toprak Razgatlioglu: Bold Predictions and a Realistic Warning

The charisma of Soil, coupled with its immense popularity in Turkey, promises to attract a wave of fans to MotoGP, boosting the commercial value of the sport. Yet, a warning rings out in an article from Motorsport.com: the pressure will be " stronger than ever " in a paddock where rivals are waiting for him at the turn. " He will have to learn a completely different bike, new tires, and face a much more intense environment. ».

An insider advises: “ If he immediately aims for the outposts, it could backfire on him.Success is constant progress, with an explosive end to the 2026 season. »

As for Pramac, the future looks exciting, and we wonder who will be the teammate of this very special rookie. Jack Miller, Miguel Oliveira ou Enea Bastianini, at the end of the contract with KTM Tech3, are in the running. Meanwhile, Quarterly shone for Yamaha in 2025 with three consecutive poles at Jerez, Le Mans and Silverstone, but the Ducati remain untouchable.

Toprak Razgatlioglu is it the key to relaunch Yamaha et Pramac One thing is certain: his arrival in MotoGP will shake up the grid and thrill the crowds. Which obviously won't displease the promoter. Dorna and the new shareholder Liberty Medium.