Toprak Razgatlıoğlu, the 2021 FIM Superbike World Champion, was brought back together with his Yamaha R1 when an emotional presentation was held at the Misano World Circuit “Marco Simoncelli” on Saturday afternoon.
The Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK Team looked on as Razgatlıoğlu was presented his bike by Eric de Seynes, President and CEO of Yamaha Motor Europe. Olivier Prevost, Vice President of Yamaha Motor Europe, Alessandro Ghezzi, President and Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Research and Development Europe, Andrea Dosoli, Yamaha Motor Europe Road Racing Manager and Riccardo Tisci, Yamaha Motor Research and Development Europe Project Leader all joined de Seynes on the WorldSBK Paddock Show stage.
Michael Hill, WorldSBK Paddock Show host, returned to compere the presentation, which reminded us of the spectacular 2021 season. The battle for the world championship had everyone captivated until it was finally decided at the final round in Indonesia.
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Razgatlıoğlu was presented with his bike in Misano, as a fitting reminder of the epic Indonesian showdown that had earned him his first World Championship. This remarkable feat was celebrated by Razgatlıoğlu and all at Yamaha, creating indelible memories for everyone involved.
The atmosphere was one of gratitude and appreciation when the rider’s victorious machine was unveiled and he was brought onto the stage by his whole team who helped him win the title. Toprak hopped on the R1 for a picture then gratefully hugged all his team members and also those from Yamaha Motor Europe.
Toprak Razgatlıoğlu: Pata Yamaha Prometeon WorldSBK
“First of all, when I was watching the video from the 2021 season I was very emotional and I felt tears coming; it brought back so many memories – starting from 2019 when Yamaha showed their belief in me and we signed together. It took us two years to get the world title, but we did it and I will remember that feeling forever. Now, after four years, I’m very sad to leave, but at the same time I’m happy because Yamaha is a true family and we did it together, it wasn’t just me, there was a team of great people by my side. I want to say thanks for this unbelievable gift, I’m very surprised and touched to receive it, and thank you very much for everything Yamaha have done for me.”
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