Rins’ frustration exposes Yamaha’s MotoGP struggles as the brand faces a talent exodus and a critical upgrade timeline
Alex Rins admits Yamaha’s long-awaited MotoGP V4 upgrades remain a mystery after his ninth-place finish at Assen, with the Spaniard set to leave the team at season’s end.
Alex Rins has delivered a damning verdict on Yamaha’s project, admitting the long‑awaited V4 upgrades remain a mystery despite his ninth‑place finish at Assen. The Spaniard, who will leave Yamaha when the season ends, insists upgrades are coming before 2026 closes but refuses to commit to a timeline or identify which riders will benefit. His frustration underscores Yamaha’s existential struggle in a premier class where rivals have surged ahead, leaving the manufacturer’s once‑dominant status in tatters.
