Pramac Yamaha rider Toprak Razgatlioglu has admitted that he “generally forgets” that he’s a studying 12 months in MotoGP following his success in World Superbike.
The Turkish celebrity’s long-awaited step into MotoGP was accredited by Pramac final 12 months, with Razgatlioglu signing a multi-season contract with Yamaha.
Expectations have been already excessive that Razgatlioglu, a three-time Superbike World Champion, would shortly adapt to MotoGP machines.
Toprak Razgatrioglu, Pramac Yamaha, 2026 German MotoGP
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Nonetheless, each Razgatlioglu and Yamaha shortly disenchanted expectations, as 2026 is the final 12 months of Michelin rubber earlier than the change to the extra acquainted Pirelli tires.
In truth, adapting to the Michelin entrance tire has been Razgatlioglu’s greatest problem this season.
After 11 races, he’s in twenty first place within the MotoGP rankings with 12 factors, along with his finest outcome being eleventh place on the Hungarian Grand Prix.
“I am the profitable rider…”
In a brand new interview on the official MotoGP web site, Razgatlioglu stated he knew 2026 could be a studying season for him when he signed with Yamaha.
Nonetheless, he admits that he “generally forgets about it” and finds it simple to get discouraged by poor outcomes.
“I’m a profitable rider,” he started.
“After I signed the MotoGP contract, I knew that the primary 12 months wouldn’t be simple for me.
“I attempt to keep sturdy, however generally it is arduous to know the state of affairs.
“It is a 12 months of studying, however generally we neglect this.
“I at all times search for good outcomes, however generally once I don’t get good outcomes, I routinely get depressed.
“Bodily (health) is essential, however the psychological facet is much more essential.
“If you end up motivated, all the things turns into simpler.
Toprak Razgatrioglu, 2026 Assen MotoGP.
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“My character has by no means modified. I am by no means going to be a celebrity. I do not like this.”
“Off the course, I am my traditional Toprak. It will by no means change.”
Regardless of the struggles, Razgatlioglu crew chief Alberto Gilibula stated: GP one He says his technique of using is “generally pure magic.”
Razgatlioglu would be the solely rider in Yamaha’s secure with expertise on this bike in 2027 as they revamp their lineup.
Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura will exchange Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins within the manufacturing unit group, whereas Izan Guevara will step up from Moto2 to hitch Pramac’s Razgatrioglu.
