WSBK<\/a> title with BMW in the 2024 season.\u00a0 Although rumors have circulated that BMW could enter the premier class in the medium term with the new MotoGP regulations from 2027, there have been no concrete plans to date.\u00a0 Despite the existing contract with BMW until December 25, 2025, the urge to enter MotoGP still seems unbroken.\u00a0 There are now many indications that the Turk could ride a MotoGP bike this year – for Honda.<\/p>\n\u00a0<\/p>\n
Wildcard entries still in 2025?<\/h3>\n
According to reports from Paddock-GP, Razgatlioglu is said to have signed a wildcard contract with Honda – valid for selected races in the 2025 season, after the end of the WSBK season.\u00a0 A full switch to Honda in MotoGP is being considered for 2026.\u00a0 However, his current contract with BMW is currently still standing in the way.\u00a0 An early wildcard entry would only be possible with the agreement of both parties.<\/p>\n
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Who would have to make way for Razgatlioglu?<\/h3>\n
If the plan for 2026 comes to fruition, the question arises as to the place in the Honda line-up.\u00a0 One option would be Lucio Cecchinello’s LCR team, where Johann Zarco is currently riding.\u00a0 At 34, Zarco is the oldest rider in the field, but is the only one who has regularly scored points for Honda so far.\u00a0 Another – much more drastic – option would be a move to the works team in place of Luca Marini.\u00a0 The Italian fell short of expectations in 2024, which could weaken his position within the team.<\/p>\n
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Nothing is official yet<\/h3>\n
Honda has yet to make an official statement.\u00a0 When asked, a spokesperson for the Japanese manufacturer stated that they \u201ccannot comment as it is only a rumor.\u201d\u00a0 Nevertheless, the mere prospect of Toprak Razgatlioglu riding in MotoGP should provide plenty to talk about – and further increase the tension in the current MotoGP season.<\/p>\n
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