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[QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 64187, member: 636"]
Miguel Oliveira said he might accept a test rider position with Aprilia Racing for the 2026 MotoGP season, but the Portuguese rider must obtain approval from BMW first. Oliveira signed with the ROKiT BMW Motorrad WorldSBK Team before competing at the Indonesian Grand Prix, where he finished 11th with Pramac Yamaha.

The 29-year-old rider said racing remains his main priority, but he acknowledged the complexity of managing commitments with two manufacturers. Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola confirmed interest in hiring Oliveira as a test rider, but he emphasized the team needs BMW's permission before proceeding with negotiations.

Oliveira suggested BMW may not plan to enter MotoGP because of the substantial financial investment required for competitive campaigns. The rider said the German manufacturer's motorsport strategy appears clear, but he indicated openness to discussions about testing for Aprilia if BMW permits the arrangement.

Rivola referenced the team's recent experience with Lorenzo Savadori, who balanced racing and testing duties after injuries affected the roster. The CEO said Aprilia remains flexible about bringing Oliveira into the organization, but corporate agreements take precedence before any deal moves forward.
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