MotoGP legend Andrea Dovizioso: “Toprak Razgatlioglu has an advantage and that will be a big advantage for him. But a lot will depend on how he gets there.”

Toprak Razgatlioglu was testing the Yamaha V4 MotoGP at Motorland Aragon this Monday. The Turk will be a rider in the highest category of the Motorcycle World Championship with his team in 2026 PramacI rode the Iwata Prototype on the day of the event. Augusto Fernandes and Andrea Dovizioso were also present. Manufacturer representing Italy.

In a statement reported by GPOne, the Italian revealed: “It’s still too early to judge Torpak. I don’t know much about Razgatlioglu.” There is no doubt that he is talented and an excellent off-road driver.;In fact, this is supported by the fact that he has won three WorldSBK titles with two different manufacturers, making him a world champion. There is no question whether I can reach MotoGP level.. But that’s not what’s important, it’s your ability to adapt and all the changes you have to make. In the current MotoGP we have to adapt and it will be very complicated. Moreover, he is 29 years old and everything is complicated in MotoGP today.

“The base is there. I don’t know the details, but… The real difference is how open you are mentally to changing yourself.. In fact, each driver has their own way of going fast without having to rev up all the way. So the key is to be mentally open to adapt. Later, other aspects will arrive. but, There is one aspect in his favor. That means Pirelli is coming in 2027 and that will be a huge advantage for him. But a lot depends on how he gets there.Because a year in MotoGP, done in the best possible way, makes all the difference,” defends Dovi.

As for what Toprak should change about his driving style, the Italian said: “It’s too early to say at the moment, because we need to understand his initial approach. He shouldn’t change the way he is, because then it won’t work. Without a doubt. Confidence when playing on a bike is his strength. You have to move forward by all means, but at the same time there are other components, such as descent equipment. ”

In conclusion, Dovizioso said: “Razgatlioglu is someone who shows confidence by braking very hard and pushing the bike to its limits.”However, doing so without using the rear tire is not allowed by Michelin. As a result, Must be balanced for best braking performance. Therefore, opening your heart makes a difference. ”