Yamaha Confirms Jack Miller for 2026 MotoGP Season with Prima Pramac Yamaha Team
Tokyo, September 2025 – Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. has officially confirmed the contract renewal of Jack Miller as a rider for the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team for the 2026 MotoGP season, securing its line-up alongside two-time WorldSBK Champion and current leader Toprak Razgatlıoğlu.
Miller rejoined Pramac Racing this year after previously racing with the team from 2018–2020. In his debut season back on the Yamaha YZR-M1, the Australian has contributed significantly to the bike’s development, achieving a best race finish of fifth place at the Grand Prix of the Americas in Austin. During the summer break, Miller also helped Yamaha’s factory team secure second place in the prestigious 46th Suzuka 8 Hours endurance race.
Yamaha on Miller’s Contract Renewal
Paolo Pavesio, Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Racing, praised Miller’s contribution and confirmed the team’s confidence in his role for 2026:
“Jack’s energy, experience, and adaptability have made him an invaluable member of our project. His positivity and proactive mindset have been a driving force within Yamaha and Pramac. With a full year of Yamaha experience under his belt, he will be an even greater asset as we look ahead to next season.”
Jack Miller’s Reaction
Miller expressed excitement about continuing with Yamaha and Pramac Racing:
“I’m really happy to stay with Yamaha and the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team. This year has been an amazing return to Pramac Racing. I’m looking forward to working hard with Yamaha to keep developing the bike and closing the gap to other manufacturers. The best is still to come.”
Farewell to Miguel Oliveira
The announcement also marks the departure of Miguel Oliveira, who has been part of Yamaha’s debut season with Pramac. Despite facing setbacks from an early-season injury in Argentina, Oliveira contributed with professionalism and dedication to the YZR-M1’s development. Yamaha extended its gratitude and wished him success in future challenges.
Completing the 2026 Line-Up
With Miller’s contract renewal, the Prima Pramac Yamaha MotoGP Team’s 2026 line-up is complete, featuring Miller alongside Razgatlıoğlu. Together, the duo brings a powerful blend of MotoGP experience and Superbike dominance, as Yamaha eyes stronger performances in the upcoming seasons.
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