Overview

• Paolo Pavesio confirmed that Alex Rins’ contract runs through next season, with the factory squad maintaining full support for him in 2026.
• Yamaha has intentionally delayed finalising its rider lineup for 2026 to gain more time to assess potential candidates.
• The decision prolongs uncertainty for Pramac Yamaha’s Jack Miller and Miguel Oliveira as they await news on the remaining satellite seat.
• During Friday’s practice at the Austrian Grand Prix none of Yamaha’s four riders progressed directly into Q2, with Quartararo 14th, Rins 17th, Oliveira 19th and Miller 20th.
• Rins has endured a difficult 2025 campaign, ranking 18th after 12 rounds with a best Grand Prix finish of 10th.