The president of FIM gives Toprak Razgatlıoğlu 3 unexpected requests if he wants to join MotoGP after a secret request of the Ducati Chief!
The world of motorcycle races is full of intrigue as Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, the two -time Superbike World Champion (WSBK), prepares for its highly anticipated MotoGP debut with Pramac Yamaha in 2026. However, recent developments have added a dramatic turn to their transition. According to sources close to sport, Jorge Viegas, president of Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme (FIM), has issued three unexpected demands of Razgatlıoğlu, according to reports, caused by a confidential application for the top executive of Ducati, Claudio Domenicali. These conditions have asked questions about the Turkish pilot’s path to MotoGP and the dynamics behind the scene that shapes the future of sport.
The MotoGP reasoning movement has been a long -awaited milestone. After dominating WSBK with 63 victories and two world titles, the 28 -year -old pilot has earned the reputation of his aggressive driving style and intrepid overtaking. His signing with Pramac Yamaha was acclaimed as a strategic blow, with Yamaha banking his talent to reinforce his competitiveness against the dominant Ducati team. However, the sudden intervention of the FIM has introduced new obstacles, feeding the speculation on the influence of Ducati and the regulatory panorama of sport.
The first of Viegas’s demands is that Razgatlıoğlu must complete a mandatory adapted adaptation program for WSBK transitions to MotoGP. According to reports, this program, designed to guarantee the security and competitiveness of the driver, includes extensive tests with Michelin tires, which MotoGP uses until 2026, and Pirelli’s tires will become the exclusive provider in 2027. Prototypes. Although Yamaha has already scheduled a test with the M1 Machine season after WSBK, the FIM program adds a layer of scrutiny, which could delay its integration.
The second demand implies a performance reference point. According to the reports, Viegas has stipulated that Razgatlıoğlu must demonstrate consistent finals of the 10 best in its debut MotoGP season to ensure long -term eligibility. This condition is not precedent for a rookie, especially a WSBK transition, where the dynamics of machinery and career differs significantly. Critics argue that this requirement exerts improper pressure on Razgatlıoğlu, given Yamaha’s current struggles against Ducati’s upper bicycles. However, the supporters of the FIM position claim that it ensures that only the most capable runners remain in MotoGP, maintaining the prestige of the championship.
The third and most controversial demand is a sponsorship alignment clause. Razgatlıoğlu, a Red Bull athlete, must resolve potential conflicts with the main sponsor of Yamaha, Monster Energy, before joining the factory team in 2027, in case it is promoted. This condition echoes tensions beyond, such as Marc Márquez renouncing his affiliation of Red Bull to join Ducati. The insistence of the FIM in this clause has caused a debate, and some suggest that it comes from Ducati’s secret request to Viegas. Domenicali, cautious of the potential of Razgatlıoğlu to interrupt Ducati’s domain, may have pressed the measures to complicate his transition, taking advantage of the authority of the FIM to impose regulatory restrictions.
The moment of these demands is particularly intriguing, arriving immediately after the stellar performance of Razgatlıoğlu in Misano, where he obtained a hat-trick of victories for BMW in WSBK. His ability to overcome Nicolo Bulega de Ducati and finish his podium streak of 50 races stressed his preparation for MotoGP. However, Ducati’s influence cannot be underestimated. With eight bicycles in the MotoGP grid and a dominant domain in recent titles, the Italian manufacturer exercises significant power. The secret request of Domenicali, although not publicly confirmed, is aligned with the history of Ducati strategic maneuvers to maintain its advantage.
Razgatlıoğlu, meanwhile, remains flinch. In a recent interview, he accredited his manager, Kenan Sofuoglu, for navigating the complex negotiations that secured his MotoGP seat. He expressed confidence in adapting to Yamaha M1, citing his last experience riding a MotoGP bicycle in 2022 as a valuable base. However, his approach remains in the 2025 WSBK season, where he follows Bulega by a narrow margin. A third world title would be the perfect farewell before addressing MotoGP challenges.
FIM demands have turned on a broader conversation about MotoGP equity. Some fans and analysts question whether the governing body is inclined to the Ducati pressure, while others see the conditions as necessary to preserve the integrity of the sport. While Razgatlıoğlu prepares for its motorcycle trip, the Center for Care will be how it sails these unexpected obstacles. One thing is safe: his arrival promises to shake the championship, carrying his characteristic talent to a grid that is already full of talent.
