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For Razgatlioglu, the Austrian GP will feel almost like a home race
The Turkish rider heads to Spielberg with a special feeling: a favourable track, plenty of fans and a strong bond with the MotoGP paddock.
18 September 2026 1 min read 27 views
For Toprak Razgatlioglu, the Austrian GP weekend will not be about the track alone: for the Turkish rider, it will feel almost like a home event. The Spielberg circuit is one of the closest venues to Turkey and regularly attracts many fans from his region.
The three-time World Superbike champion will therefore enjoy a favourable setting, with a nearby crowd, a familiar atmosphere and a long-standing connection to the MotoGP paddock. In a MotoGP weekend, that kind of detail can also make a difference mentally.