Razgatlioglu's MotoGP struggles continue as 2027 looms

Toprak Razgatlioglu moved to MotoGP this year with high expectations after winning his second world title with BMW in Superbike. The analysis notes that he has scored 18 points, the same total Iker Lecuona has reached in just five races on Gresini's Ducati, which highlights the gap between the two machines.

The Turkish rider has struggled to adapt to Michelin tyres and to the braking and corner-entry demands of MotoGP, despite attempts to change his style. His form also dropped after the Hungarian round at Balaton, following a stronger showing at Misano in September. He had shoulder surgery on 26 October and was ruled out of the final rounds in Australia and Valencia, with a target of being fit for Tuesday's tests on the new 850.

The 2027 season, with new technical regulations and Pirelli tyres, is described as crucial for Razgatlioglu and Yamaha, though the piece argues that saving his season cannot depend on tyres alone.