Jack Miller says post-MotoGP decision is nearing amid Yamaha WSBK rumours
MotoGP rider Jack Miller is nearing a decision regarding his future as his 12-year tenure in the sport concludes. He is currently in negotiations with Yamaha, with a potential move to the World Superbike Championship on the horizon.
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Pramac MotoGP rider Jack Miller says talks with Yamaha about his future are progressing well and an announcement could be made in the coming weeks.
The Australian strongly hinted that he could switch to the World Superbike Championship next year, with his time in MotoGP set to come to an end after 12 seasons.
Yamaha is expected to promote Izan Guevara from Moto2 to partner incumbent Toprak Razgatlioglu at Pramac next year, leaving no space for Miller at its satellite squad.
But his relationship with the Japanese manufacturer may continue into next year, with the 31-year-old touted to replace Xavi Vierge in the production-based category.
Asked whether he was talking to Yamaha about 2027, Miller said: "In other championships, yeah.
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