Following the announcement of Toprak Razgatlioglu’s move to MotoGP in 2026, he shared his “biggest dream” before bringing his WorldSBK chapter to a close.
The two-time champion heads into Misano, the halfway point of the calendar, 31-points behind title leader Nicolo Bulega.
Razgatlioglu has managed to pick up just six wins from the first 15 races — a sharp contrast to his dominant mid-season surge in the 2024 title campaign.
Despite his dip in form, the BMW rider expressed his final wish before he closes out his 11-year stint in the WorldSBK paddock.
“Moving to MotoGP as a three-time WorldSBK Champion is my biggest dream for this year,” Razgatlioglu declared on Thursday’s WorldSBK press conference.
“We’re still fighting for the title with Bulega and we’re not so far behind, just 31 points.
“I hope we get the title this year. This is my last year with BMW, and I need to give something to them before I move to MotoGP.
“This year, everything is different. We’re fighting for good positions and sometimes for the win.
“We had a very good test and worked so hard, and the feeling wasn’t bad, just the hot conditions are a bit difficult for me.”
Toprak Razgatlioglu conveys mixed emotions about leaving WorldSBK
The Turkish rider conveyed mixed emotions about the thought of leaving the WorldSBK paddock at the end of 2025 season.
On one hand, he will miss the close-knit WorldSBK community, but on the other, he will finally be able to pursue and live out his dream in MotoGP.
Regardless of his results between now and the end of the season, the 28-year-old will bow out as one of the series’ most successful riders.
“On one side, I feel sad; on the other, I’m so happy,” Razgatlioglu admitted.
“I’m sad because I feel like WorldSBK is part of my family. I know everyone, I’m really happy with the paddock.
“I’ll move to MotoGP and I’m happy for this. I’ll miss everyone! Not only the racing but especially the teams; I’m always talking to the teams.
“I’m really good friends with everyone and I’ll miss everyone. This paddock is relaxed, and everyone is friendly.”
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