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The Spanish rider Alex Rins, who wishes to complete his MotoGP career, has decided to pivot his career towards WorldSBK as he could not find a concrete option for the Grand Prix arena next season. After years of challenges involving injuries and non-competitive motorcycles, Rins stated that his current situation in MotoGP is not yielding good results, and he wants to focus on a project where he can win races and compete on the podium.
Having achieved six Grand Prix victories in his career, Spanish rider Alex Rins admitted that the future in MotoGP is uncertain for the 2027 season. The rider expressed that his chances have closed off, coinciding with the factory team’s roster including names like Jorge Martin and Ai Ogura, preparing for a completely new era. Therefore, to conclude his career successfully, Rins emphasized that finding a competitive motorcycle is the priority for shifting to WorldSBK.
Challenges in His Career and New Goals
In discussions regarding his current situation, Alex Rins clearly stated that there is no concrete option in the MotoGP paddock. The rider, who spoke about his prospects at Sachsenring before the German GP, indicated that he has no chance in the Grand Prix arena for the coming season, saying, "No, there is no option in this paddock for next year."
While evaluating the difficult period in his career, Rins stated that the results over the last few years have not been positive for him. The rider stressed that his desire to compete for podium finishes and top positions remains, saying, "It is clear that the results over the last few years have not been good for me." He also admitted that they have struggled to find competitive motorcycles for the last three years: "As I said before, we have struggled a lot for the last three years. I miss getting on the podium and competing for top positions."
World Championship Competition and Different Disciplines
During this period when Rins’s possibility of moving to WorldSBK came up, it is indicated that strong competition may emerge regarding motorcycle choice. Emphasis is placed on the potential gap that the Ducati factory team could fill. While Ducati has shown a strong performance with Nicolo Bulega and Iker Lecuona in the 2026 WorldSBK season, Bulega is expected to move to MotoGP with the VR46 in the 2027 season. If this transfer occurs, it would create a significant void for one of Ducati's factory Panigale motorcycles.
It is predicted that competition will intensify if other strong contenders consider WorldSBK options. Although the futures of riders like Brad Binder, Jack Miller, Maverick Vinales, and Franco Morbidelli are not yet clear, it is estimated that these riders could create a strong demand for a Ducati seat in the World Superbike races. Rins commented on this situation: "Apparently, there are about four riders who do not have a seat in MotoGP next season. They are probably moving in the same direction as me with their managers."
Seeking a Re-motivating Project
Alex Rins explained that his main goal in WorldSBK is not just to find a seat on the grid. The rider stated that his real objective is to win races and participate in a project where he can compete for the podium. WorldSBK is central to this search.
However, Rins stressed that he is open to considering completely different disciplines in the next chapter of his career. He expressed that the most important criterion is finding something he can enjoy racing and a competition that can motivate him. "I can consider many different options. But at the same time, I need to find something I can enjoy," stating that he considered areas such as MotoAmerica, Superbike, or rally racing. The task he absolutely does not want is test riding: "I want to race."
The Importance of Family Support
During this uncertain period in his career, Spanish rider Alex Rins highlighted the psychological importance of his family's support. Stating that transfer news and difficult periods in his career can easily affect his mood, Rins said, "I am truly grateful for this because these periods are a bit tough, as you might expect." He emphasized that news coming from his manager or other sources while he is at home causes immediate stress, making the process difficult. In this challenging process, his family's support is a great source of strength for him.
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