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Fabio Quartararo refuses further development work for Yamaha MotoGP team

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 10:14 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Fabio Quartararo refuses further development work for Yamaha MotoGP team

Summary

Fabio Quartararo has declined to assist Yamaha with development work for the 2027 MotoGP season. The 2021 champion expressed frustration following the Aragon Grand Prix after being denied the opportunity to test new Pirelli tyres. Quartararo stated that he felt restricted to the role of a test rider during the weekend while the team evaluated various components. This development occurs as Quartararo prepares to depart from the manufacturer. His decision signals an end to his participation in the team's ongoing equipment evaluation and testing processes.

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By the Numbers

•Fabio Quartararo refuses to conduct further development work for the 2027 season.
•The 2021 champion was denied a chance to test new Pirelli tyres.
•Quartararo felt used as a test rider during the Aragon Grand Prix.
•The rider is departing from Yamaha.

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10:14 AMMotorsport.com — Fabio Quartararo refuses to be Yamaha’s “test rider” as he reaches breaking point

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Fabio Quartararo says he will no longer help Yamaha with development work pertaining to the 2027 MotoGP season after being denied a chance to test Pirelli’s new tyres. The 2021 champion made that comment following last weekend’s Aragon Grand Prix, where he felt he was reduced to the role of a “test rider” as Yamaha evaluated several new components. Quartararo is leaving Yamaha after ...Keep reading
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