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Yamaha is preparing to demonstrate its support for the V4 project by fielding five motorcycles at the Catalan Grand Prix. This move could be a critical turning point for Fabio Quartararo and national pilot Toprak Razgatlıoğlu.
Fernandez Returns as Wildcard in Catalonia
Yamaha officially announced its participation in the Catalan Grand Prix with five motorcycles. Brand test rider Augusto Fernandez will undertake his second wildcard appearance in Barcelona, marking the second time Yamaha has utilized a wildcard rider this season. Fernandez’s move underscores Yamaha’s commitment to the V4 project and its efforts to develop it.
The Spanish rider is embarking on his second wildcard assignment of the season following Jerez. He was the fastest Yamaha rider on the wet track in Jerez, securing 16th place in qualifying. However, he failed to achieve a competitive result in the races, suffering a rear brake issue following contact with Jack Miller in the main race.
“I’m excited to return to racing,” said Fernandez. “Barcelona is one of the tracks I enjoy. We want to have a good weekend and continue our motorcycle development program.”
Yamaha’s Testing Program Continues
Following the Catalan weekend, the official test will be crucial for Yamaha’s V4 project. The brand is still seeking improvements in front-end feel and the motorcycle’s turning characteristics. These tests will help Yamaha further develop the V4 project and create a competitive motorcycle.
Yamaha has the right to utilize six wildcard riders throughout the season. Three will be used before the races, and the remaining three will be utilized during the second half of the season.
Wildcard Participation Ends in 2027
Wildcard participation in MotoGP will be completely eliminated with the 2027 season. This makes the 2026 season even more critical for manufacturers like Yamaha undergoing development processes.
For Quartararo and our national racer Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, this process is also critical, guaranteeing Razgatlıoğlu’s participation with Pramac Yamaha in MotoGP in 2027. Yamaha aims to enter the new era with a competitive motorcycle as much as possible. This will not only boost Quartararo’s performance but also be a significant step in shaping Razgatlıoğlu’s future racing career.
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