After his best weekend since 2021, Michael Van Der Mark believes he’s gained back the confidence to be a challenger, while calling Toprak Razgatlioglu ‘special’.
BMW’s new WorldSBK test line-up of Bradley Smith and Sylvain Guintoli is the strongest of any manufacturer, and Christian Gonschor admits that limited test time will need to be used wisely.
BMW are poised to become a force in 2024 WorldSBK season as financial investment, the addition of Toprak Razgatlioglu and a new test team are changes that have all been made.
Already boosted by the arrival of former world champion Toprak Razgatlioglu, BMW has announced the signing of ex-MotoGP riders Sylvain Guintoli and Bradley Smith for its new WorldSBK test team.
BMW have confirmed what new WorldSBK addition Toprak Razgatlioglu said after the Portimao test, which is that the power of the M 1000 RR’s engine is very good.
Scott Redding says he will remain in WorldSBK for at least another two seasons after being retained by BMW, despite his new deal seeing him lose his factory seat.