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GRT Yamaha Launches 2026 WorldSBK Campaign With Gardner and Rookie Manzi

The launch finalizes the lineup as preseason testing continues ahead of Phillip Island.

Overview

  • GYTR GRT Yamaha held its official 2026 season launch and unveiled a new livery for the upcoming WorldSBK campaign.
  • Remy Gardner returns for a fourth year with the team after an injury-disrupted 2025 that still included a podium at Assen.
  • 2025 WorldSSP champion Stefano Manzi steps up for his WorldSBK rookie season, replacing Dominique Aegerter, who moves back to WorldSSP.
  • Both riders reported encouraging early test results, with Gardner targeting consistent front-running form and Manzi adopting a step-by-step approach.
  • The season opener at Phillip Island is less than a month away, and GRT’s livery features new sponsor Secursafe Vigilanza adding yellow accents.