Toprak Razgatlioglu Officially Moves to MotoGP 2026, Joins Pramac Yamaha

Will Toprak Razgatlioglu reshape MotoGP? After dominating the World Superbike (WSBK) with two world championships, the Turkish rider has officially joined the Pramac Yamaha satellite team for the 2026 season. An Instagram post from the official MotoGP account, alongside his impressive stats—20 pole positions, 153 podiums, 63 wins, and 2 titles highlights his ambition in the premier class. With his WSBK experience on the BMW M 1000 RR, can Razgatlioglu challenge Marc Marquez’s dominance in MotoGP?

Toprak Razgatlioglu, now 28, has built a stellar reputation in WSBK since joining Pata Yamaha in 2018. He clinched the WSBK world titles in 2021 and 2024, demonstrating exceptional consistency with 63 wins and 153 podiums from 153 races (data as of June 2025). His move to Pramac Yamaha marks a significant step following the end of his BMW contract in late 2025. The transition was confirmed via an official announcement on June 10, 2025, a day after he secured a third-place podium at the WSBK Misano race.

According to Instagram posts from worldsbk and motogp, Razgatlioglu boasts an outstanding record: 20 pole positions, 153 podiums, 63 victories, and 2 world championships. These achievements position him as one of WSBK’s most successful riders. His transition to the Yamaha YZR-M1 with Pramac is expected to bring his aggressive racing style to the highly competitive MotoGP circuit.

Pramac Yamaha team manager Gino Borsoi welcomed Razgatlioglu with enthusiasm. “Toprak brings incredible experience and speed from WSBK. We’re confident he’ll quickly adapt to the M1 and contribute to its development,” Borsoi told Motorsport.com. Yamaha also hopes his arrival will boost the satellite team’s performance, especially after a challenging 2025 season for Fabio Quartararo.

Razgatlioglu’s arrival intensifies the 2026 MotoGP competition. Marc Marquez, who dominated with Ducati in 2025, will face a new challenge from this former WSBK champion. His decision to leave WSBK for MotoGP also influences the rider market, with speculation that riders like Alvaro Bautista might fill the vacancy at BMW. Yamaha, lagging behind Ducati, expects Razgatlioglu to aid in developing the YZR-M1 for future seasons.

Razgatlioglu’s shift from WSBK to MotoGP has captivated fans, especially as he’ll share the garage with riders like Jorge Martin at Pramac. His expertise on dry and wet tracks in WSBK is seen as an advantage, though adapting to Michelin tires and MotoGP regulations will be a significant test. The MotoGP Instagram post reflects strong support from the racing community, with #ToprakToMotoGP trending on social media.

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