Reigning World Superbike Champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu has set his sights on repeating his championship victory within the 2025 season together with his “No. 1” ROKiT BMW bike.
After a stable begin within the season opener in Australia, the place he secured a second-place end within the first race however confronted mechanical points within the second, Toprak is now specializing in making his manner again to the rostrum.
Working alongside fellow Turkish riders Bahattin Sofuoğlu and Can Öncü underneath the management of Turkish Motorcycle Federation nationwide crew captain Kenan Sofuoğlu, the ROKiT BMW rider is able to tackle the subsequent problem in Portugal on March 29-30.
Reflecting on his season opener, Toprak acknowledged the unfortunate begin however is decided to push ahead.
“We couldn’t get the perfect start, but we’ve had similar challenges in Australia the past few years. I’m focused on the next race,” Toprak informed Anadolu Agency (AA). “We’re preparing here every day at the track, and the weather is great. I’m leaving the past behind and focusing on what’s ahead.”
Dream podium
Toprak, who has been tirelessly working on the Kenan Sofuoğlu Circuit in Akyazı, emphasised the significance of avoiding the identical misfortune he confronted within the opening race.
With his eyes set on the highest of the standings, Razgatlıoğlu’s final purpose stays clear: a World Championship title.
“Our target has always been the World Championship. We want to win it with the ‘No. 1’ bike this year,” he stated. “Right now, I’m focused on the next race. If we perform well, we’ll be happy with the result.”
The Turkish rider additionally expressed pleasure about racing alongside Yamaha Motoxracing’s Bahattin Sofuoğlu, who’s making his debut within the championship this season. “It feels great to have Bahattin there. It’s an honor to race against him, and he’s improving every day. He still needs time to adjust to the bike and style, but it’s a beautiful thing to witness,” stated Toprak.
Toprak hopes that the 2 of them will share the rostrum sooner or later, calling it a dream come true. “It would be legendary if we both make it to the podium. We’ve dreamed of this, and I’m excited to be part of it. Bahattin still needs time to get used to everything, but I’m really happy we’re racing together in the same category.”
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