Yamaha bid farewell to Quartararo and Rins at the end of 2026
Yamaha has officially announced that MotoGP riders Fabio Quartararo and Alex Rins will depart the team at the conclusion of the 2026 season. The manufacturer expressed gratitude for their contributions, including Quartararo's 2021 World Championship title.
Why it matters
This marks a significant shift in the MotoGP rider market and the future trajectory of the Yamaha factory racing program.
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The article is a straightforward report based on an official press release from the manufacturer.
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