WorldSBK stalwart Alvaro Bautista has finally broken his silence regarding his racing future following a demanding and physically draining campaign. Making a high-profile appearance at the EICMA motorcycle show, the Spanish veteran reflected on a turbulent season defined by bike adjustments, team changes, and a mid-season injury that tested his resilience to the absolute limit.
Despite struggling to find a consistent sweet spot during the opening rounds, the rider famously carrying the number 19 displayed a remarkable resurgence during the final phase of the championship. His strong weekend performance at Jerez, where he secured fourth place in both long races, served as a testament to his unwavering determination.
"Ending the season on a positive note is always better, even though it perhaps came a bit too late because this year was genuinely tough for me," Bautista shared in an official interview. "With the bike changes, the new team setup, and the injury I suffered mid-season, nothing was easy. However, we kept pushing and managed to become much more competitive by the final rounds."
Beyond the technical hurdles, Bautista did not shy away from expressing his lingering frustration regarding the controversial minimum weight regulation introduced in recent years, a rule he believes has unfairly penalized his natural physical stature compared to his competitors.
"In WorldSBK over the past few years, I simply haven't been in the same situation as the other riders due to the weight rule," he explained candidly. "I feel somewhat discriminated against because of my physical conditions. It is disheartening because I have tried my utmost for three seasons, but ultimately, I want to enjoy riding my motorcycle in completely equal conditions to everyone else."
As speculation mounts over his next career move, the former champion confirmed that he is taking time off to weigh his options carefully, prioritizing a competitive environment that offers both motivation and sporting fairness.
"I definitely want to keep racing because I feel great both physically and mentally, and my speed is still there as everyone saw recently," he concluded. "I want to race somewhere that motivates me and puts me on a level playing field. Nothing is finalized yet, but I will make my final decision known in the coming months."
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