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KTM's Beirer Denies Viñales Split Rumors, Wants Him to Finish the Season

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KTM Motorsports boss Pit Beirer has denied reports that the team is seeking an early separation from Maverick Viñales, saying 'no one asked for his immediate removal' while admitting the two sides failed to reach a contract agreement. Beirer wants the injured Viñales to complete the 2026 season, and said stand-in rider Pol Espargaro is needed for KTM's upcoming 850cc development program rather than as a long-term replacement.

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Sergio Higuchi

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"No one asked for his immediate removal" — from what I've seen trackside, you can feel the tension hiding behind that line. Once they admit they couldn't agree on a contract, the relationship is basically over after this season. If they were really shocked by Viñales getting hurt again, all the more reason not to push him and to sort out the seat properly.