Set against the timeless beauty of Siena‘s historic centre, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP launches its 2026 MotoGP campaign at the Accademia Musicale Chigiana, just steps from the iconic Piazza del Campo.
Founded in 1923 and recognised as one of the world‘s most prestigious musical institutions, the Accademia Musicale Chigiana is housed in a magnificent historic building in the heart of the city. A place where tradition, excellence and innovation meet, it provides a fitting backdrop for the unveiling of the team‘s new season.
The choice of Siena is deeply symbolic. It reflects the heritage of Pramac, the construction equipment company whose long-term vision and commitment have played a central role in the development of the racing project. In 2026, two important milestones are celebrated: 25 years of competition in the MotoGP World Championship and 60 years of Pramac, making Siena a meaningful setting to mark these anniversaries.
The first season of the technical partnership with Yamaha marked the opening chapter of a long-term project, laying important groundwork for future development. As Yamaha‘s second Factory Team, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP has begun a learning process that continues into 2026.
The shared objective remains clear: to contribute actively to bringing this ambitious project to where it belongs — at the front of the field.
The 2026 season also marks the MotoGP debut of three-time World Superbike Champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, who becomes the first Turkish rider to compete in the premier class. Renowned for his spectacular and instinctive riding style, his transition to MotoGP will be one of the highlights of the season.
Alongside him, Jack Miller once again represents a key pillar of the project. The experienced Australian brings valuable knowledge of the championship and will play an important role in both bike development and race performance.
Stability remains one of the team‘s strengths. The management structure is confirmed for 2026, with a group that has worked together for years and continues to operate with cohesion, efficiency and shared ambition.
A winning partnership remains unchanged at the heart of the project. Prima Assicurazioni will once again be the title sponsor of Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP for the 2026 season, continuing to support the team and its long-term project with Yamaha.
PAOLO CAMPINOTI
Team Principal, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP
“The 2026 season is a special milestone for us, as we celebrate 25 years in the MotoGP World Championship. These years have been full of emotions, challenges and growth, and they have shaped the strong and determined team we are today.
“We are fully focused on continuing the progress required by this ambitious partnership with Yamaha. Now in its second year, this project brings new challenges that we are eager to face with commitment, experience and the full strength of our team.
“I would like to thank Prima Assicurazioni for their continued trust and support, which gives us stability and confidence as we build for the future.
“I am delighted to welcome Toprak Razgatlıoğlu to the team and excited to see his talent and spectacular riding style in Prima Pramac colours. I also want to thank Jack Miller for being with us once again – his experience and contribution are fundamental to our ambitions.”
PAOLO PAVESIO
Managing Director, Yamaha Motor Racing
“The Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP project is a central part of Yamaha‘s factory racing strategy and a clear expression of our long-term commitment to growth, performance and innovation in the premier class.
“The first year of this partnership allowed us to build strong foundations, aligning people, processes and technical direction. As we enter the second season together, the focus remains on development, consistency and on strengthening the structure required to bring this project back to the front of the field.
“Jack Miller‘s continuity is an important asset for us. His experience, technical feedback and competitive mindset play a key role in supporting the evolution of the bike and the team‘s overall performance.
“At the same time, welcoming Toprak Razgatlıoğlu to MotoGP represents a significant and exciting step within Yamaha‘s broader racing vision. Toprak‘s talent and character are unquestionable, but his transition to the premier class is a journey that will require time, patience and mutual adaptation. Our objective is to provide him with the right environment to learn, grow and progressively express his potential at the highest level.
GINO BORSOI
Team Director, Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP
“The second year of our partnership with Yamaha is extremely important, especially as it coincides with a major shift in their technical philosophy. Yamaha has taken a bold step forward with a completely new project, and their full support is helping us adapt quickly and effectively to this new bike.
The 2026 season represents a fresh start in many ways. While we welcome back Jack Miller, the new bike and the arrival of Toprak Razgatlıoğlu bring new challenges and a natural learning curve for everyone involved – an exciting phase where adaptability will be key.
We strongly believe in our rider line-up. Jack‘s experience, including his familiarity with V-engine bikes, will be invaluable in development, while Toprak will be given the time he needs to learn a new bike, new tyres and a new championship. His talent is exceptional and we know he can surprise us from the very beginning.
There is a strong determination within the team to help bring Yamaha back to where they belong. With their commitment, our structure and the talent of our riders, we are confident we can grow together and truly ’Rev Your Heart‘.”
GEORGE OTTATHYCAL
CEO, Prima Assicurazioni
“We are very happy to stand alongside Prima Pramac Racing in a special season that coincides with the team‘s 25th anniversary. We are also extremely proud to have been part of the journey in recent years, during which the team achieved significant milestones, culminating in the historic 2024 MotoGP Riders World Championship – a symbol of the strength of our synergy.
“We are equally proud to take on together a new and ambitious challenge: bringing an iconic brand like Yamaha back to the top of the MotoGP World Championship. United by team spirit, dedication and innovation, we are ready to write a new chapter.”
JACK MILLER
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Rider
“Kicking off a new season with the same crew feels good. There‘s a lot to be said for continuity in this paddock and coming back into the garage knowing the people, the work ethic and the direction makes a big difference.
“Last year was a proper learning year for me with Yamaha. We had some strong moments, worked through a few tough ones but ultimately built a solid base together. I genuinely enjoyed the challenge of adapting and figuring things out as the season went on.
“Now with the V4 as our race bike for the season, it feels like a fresh chapter. It‘s an exciting project to be part of and there‘s a real sense of belief behind it. I‘m proud to be continuing with Prima Pramac Yamaha and keen to see where we can take this thing.
TOPRAK RAZGATLIOGLU
Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP rider
“Today is a very special moment for me to join the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP family. The team‘s history and its strong partnership with Yamaha played a key role in my decision. This is a new chapter in my career, and I want to approach it with a long-term development mindset from the very beginning.
The first tests with the new YZR-M1 V4 have been positive, especially in terms of acceleration and corner exit. Of course, this is just the start — in MotoGP, performance comes from continuous work, data sharing and step-by-step improvement, and that is our focus right now.
My main objective this season is development: adapting to MotoGP, understanding the bike and the level of competition, and building consistency race by race. Results matter, but at this stage the process is the priority.
I‘ve found a very strong and motivated team here, and I‘m grateful to Prima Pramac Yamaha and to Yamaha for their trust and support. I will give my best every lap, and with patience, commitment and teamwork, I believe we are heading in the right direction.”
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