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Toprak Razgatlıoğlu](/biography) Secures Points at Le Mans While Struggling Against Quartararo
Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, representing MotoGP at the Le Mans race, finished 13th, adding points to his record, but the significant gap to Yamaha factory rider Fabio Quartararo led to Razgatlıoğlu’s disappointing conclusion to the day. Climbing to the upper ranks in the first lap, Razgatlıoğlu failed to maintain his positions in later laps, ultimately finishing 0.133 seconds behind Alex Rins in the final lap of the race.
Race Details and Razgatlıoğlu’s Performance
- Starting from 16th, Razgatlıoğlu managed to climb to the upper ranks from the start.
- Throughout the first part of the race, he competed against Yamaha factory rider Alex Rins, holding the lead.
- Finishing 0.133 seconds behind Rins at the chequered flag, Razgatlıoğlu became the second-best Yamaha rider.
- In the final lap, despite being ahead of Rins, the gap to Quartararo did not meet Razgatlıoğlu’s expectations.
Quotes
“We secured a few points, but if it weren’t for the mistake I made at turn 9, the gap would have been around 26-27 seconds. That’s a huge difference for me.” – Toprak Razgatlıoğlu
Tire Issues and Technical Challenges
Razgatlıoğlu opted for soft compounds on both his front and rear tires throughout the race. He explained that this choice created a disadvantage in the later stages of the race, noting that the front tire completely shredded. He added that he struggled to turn the motorcycle in the right corners, as the front end became unstable.
Razgatlıoğlu emphasized that the seating position on the Yamaha M1 did not suit his riding style, stating, “I’m sitting very high, which makes the front end feel very low. This isn’t my style, but the working principle of MotoGP motorcycles is this; I have to adapt.”
Strategy Adjustment for the Barcelona Race
Razgatlıoğlu plans to make strategic adjustments for the upcoming race in Barcelona. Stating that his current setup differed from other riders, Razgatlıoğlu announced that he will test a configuration closer to Fabio Quartararo’s settings at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The track’s low grip and turning requirements will be a critical test for the Yamaha team.
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