More signs indicate that Prima Pramac Racing may be on the verge of becoming Yamaha’s satellite team in MotoGP. This afternoon in Assen, the leader of the Iwata-based manufacturer was seen leaving Pramac’s premises.
A photo shared by journalist Simon Patterson on social media captures the moment when Yamaha Motor Racing President and General Manager, Motor Sports Development Division, Yamaha Motor Co., Takahiro Sumi leaves Paolo Campinoti’s team area. The details of their conversation remain officially undisclosed.
Nevertheless, this appears to be clear evidence that there are at least discussions between the two parties—high-level discussions, given the involvement of the executive. The agreement may already be finalized at this point.
In recent days, the international press has widely reported on Pramac’s imminent switch to Yamaha in 2025, ending a two-decade partnership with Ducati. Despite the YZR-M1 currently not being a competitive bike, the terms and the project seem to have convinced Campinoti to embark on a new chapter in his team’s history.