Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, currently one of the most spectacular and successful riders in the World Superbike Championship (WSBK), will make the leap to MotoGP in 2026. According to information from Motorsport.com Global and Speedweek.com, a corresponding contract with Yamaha has already been signed. The exceptional Turkish rider will join the Pramac team - making history: he will be the first Turkish rider in MotoGP.
The fourth qualifying session of the Isle of Man TT 2025 provided thrilling action despite changeable conditions. After the morning fog had cleared, the riders took advantage of the dry but windy weather to make final adjustments to their machines - with clear exclamation marks in the Superstock and Superbike classes.
Bright sunshine also accompanied the riders on Friday on the Isle of Man as they lined up for the second qualifying session of the Tourist Trophy 2025. The focus was not only on spectacular lap times, but also on new best performances in several classes. First and foremost: Dean Harrison, who set the fastest time of the day on his Honda Racing Superstock machine with an average speed of 132.853 mph (approx. 213.8 km/h) - only just under his record from Wednesday.
The Tourist Trophy 2025 kicked off its first qualifying session in perfect conditions. The focus was particularly on Honda rider Dean Harrison, who dominated the Superbike category with a record lap of 133.069 mph (214.219 km/h) - the fastest lap ever set on an opening evening of TT qualifying.
After weather-related delays, free practice for the Isle of Man TT 2025 finally got underway on Tuesday evening. In drying conditions and sunny spells, the field completed their first, still untimed practice laps on the 60.72 km (37¾ mile) Mountain Course. Despite the remaining damp sections of the track - including Braddan, Laurel Bank, Glen Helen, the 11th Milestone, Glentramman and Keppel Gate - the planned program could be implemented almost in full.
Ducati has officially unveiled the next-generation Panigale V4 R during a two-day Superbike test at the Misano World Circuit on May 27, 2025. The bike, destined for competition in the 2026 World Superbike Championship, was ridden by test rider Michele Pirro, who completed 39 laps. His best lap time was 1:34.574 minutes—about 1.5 seconds slower than Toprak Razgatlioglu's fastest time of the day (1:33.034) aboard a BMW.
The Austrian motorcycle brand KTM has stood for uncompromising motorsport for years - especially in MotoGP. KTM CEO Gottfried Neumeister has now commented on the company's long-term motorsport strategy in a detailed interview with the Salzburger Nachrichten newspaper. Despite economic caution and changing framework conditions, such as those that could accompany Liberty Media's entry into MotoGP, the course remains clear: KTM wants to remain true to racing.
The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy is known for its thrilling history, its dangerous bends and its legendary riders. One of them has now finally set himself a monument: Michael Dunlop, the most successful rider in the history of the TT, now has his own corner on the notorious Mountain Course.
The Isle of Man TT 2025 has officially started - but the opening round on Monday, May 26, was much quieter than planned. Due to adverse weather conditions, only the planned introductory laps for the newcomers could take place. The actual qualifying session had to be canceled at short notice.
MotoGP delivered a memorable race weekend at the 2025 British Grand Prix. At the center: Marco Bezzecchi with Aprilia's first win of the season, Fabio Quartararo with a technical drama shortly before the finish - and an aftermath with far-reaching penalties. The events at the Silverstone Circuit were charged both in sporting and emotional terms and reflected the complexity of a MotoGP season that is increasingly coming to a head in its second half.
The Supertwin category of the Isle of Man TT is set for an exciting season. Although Michael Dunlop has dominated the class in the recent past with five wins from the last seven races, the category is increasingly developing into an open battle - particularly between Dunlop, Peter Hickman and the up-and-coming Davey Todd.
What began as a promising partnership threatens to become one of the biggest misunderstandings in recent MotoGP history. Jorge Martín, MotoGP World Champion in 2024, is apparently on the verge of terminating his contract with Aprilia early - despite it running until the end of 2026. This is due to disappointing sporting prospects, ongoing injury problems and a profound loss of trust between rider and team.
What initially sounds like the plot of an action movie is reality: Keanu Reeves and his motorcycle brand Arch Motorcycle have founded their own racing team. With the new Arch Racing Team, the company is entering the US MotoAmerica series - specifically the popular Super Hooligan class. But that's not all: the next big step is already being planned - a start in the legendary Tourist Trophy on the Isle of Man in 2026.
The MotoGP World Championship is experiencing a new transfer farce with the potential to explode: Jorge Martin, reigning world champion and current Aprilia factory rider, is apparently on the verge of prematurely terminating his contract with the Italian manufacturer, which runs until the end of 2026. The reason for this is the disappointing performance of the RS-GP as well as personal setbacks that have so far prevented him from defending his title.
Harley-Davidson is entering the MotoGP weekends with its own racing series. The “BaggerGP” will start on six selected dates worldwide from 2026 - with fully clad Road Glide bikes, over 200 hp and real racing character.
MotoGP 2025 experienced one of the most turbulent races in its history at Le Mans. In a Grand Prix characterized by capricious weather, collisions, penalties and unexpected twists and turns, local hero Johann Zarco, of all people, came out on top - from eleventh on the grid. With a historic victory in front of his home crowd, the 34-year-old LCR Honda rider not only ended Ducati's impressive winning streak of 22 races in a row, but also wrote himself into the history books as the first French winner of the home race since Pierre Monneret in 1954.
A fresh team, new colors and two of the most prominent names in road racing today - 8TEN Racing will be competing in the Tourist Trophy (TT) for the first time in 2025. Peter Hickman and Davey Todd are not only two of the fastest riders on the scene, but also the two co-owners of the team. Following the withdrawal of FHO Racing from road racing, the two Brits quickly founded a team themselves and managed to put together a competitive setup within just a few months.
In March and April 2025, the Grand Prix Commission decided on a series of far-reaching rule changes that will come into force with immediate effect. The focus is on adjustments to the starting procedure in all classes as well as new regulations for testing injured MotoGP riders and uniform testing restrictions for future generations of vehicles.
The Isle of Man Tourist Trophy - TT for short - is one of the most legendary road races in the world. Since 1995, countless memorable races have been held on the infamous Mountain Course. Now these moments are available in full length free of charge on the TT+ platform. With “TT Rewind”, fans can access over 100 hours of video material and more than 200 races from 30 years of TT history - without a subscription.
The Hard Enduro World Championship is starting the 2025 season with a significant change: the FIM (Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme) has officially confirmed that the Swiss sports management agency ProTouchGlobal will be the new promoter of the series with immediate effect. The company will take over all organizational and commercial tasks relating to the championship.