Chasin' The Racin'

This week on Chasin' the Racin', Dom Herbertson & Joe Akroyd welcomed 2021 World Champion Toprak Razgatlıoğlu into the studio to chat about his childhood around motorbikes, his career so far and his dreams and aspirations post racing. Enjoy - CTR x
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[@tonykeast9966]

Amazing, to hear Toprak speak comfortably and relaxed and openly for so long... His English is actually awesome. Funny guy and my favourite rider in WSBK. True legend. He's wired differently and that's what stands out. I hope he shocks everyone on the BMW next year. Whether he's winning or not -it'll be brilliant to move the attention back to where the action is, always around Toprak. He's the highlight of the sport.

[@selcukcilek555]

Due to his uprising ,he is a gem with his riding style. That guy knows how to control a bike. We know where BMW is currently in the rankings . And Toprak caused a few smiles and head shakes after his decision. Therefore I hope the same as you. Let's get ready to rumble (with a BMW)

[@jamesrichards9621]

100% he will be winning a challenging for the championship on the BMW next year. The guy is one of a kind

[@ekremhaciahmetoglu1513]

@@jamesrichards9621 and it's happening now bro. He's pure talent with Bmw so exciting the watch. He is just flying

[@fermanaras9744]

He just breaks wsbk with bmw currently

[@benjohnson4408]

Chrissy would be so proud boys and girls . 💚

[@andrewmallard2301]

You're right, Dom, Chrissy would love this. What a great guy Toprak is.

[@legend2960]

A video podcast that is likely to be watched many times in Turkey should have a Turkish subtitle option.

[@tazio2]

Lads you did a fabulous job ! Toprak is a top bloke ! " I speak Irish , whats the crack ?" brilliant !

[@sunisafuji]

📌 I really enjoyed 1: 02 : 56 just like i enjoyed my fav meal ☺️ And now, i love Toprak more 😅😘 I love the way he choose the words that he use to describe everything. That's show how humble he is 💙 Such a heart thouching when he explain the reason, why he should go directly to the one of the city that hit by earth quake. What a lovely heart that he have ♥️🌹🇹🇷 I really love the closing when Toprak answered the last question. Toprak pick his fam (Father Mother and Brother) to invite on his special dinner 🥰 And i can't just proud of him when he's so straight to tell that he doesn't drink the alcohol ✨👏🏻💙 He's definitly not just a great rider with skill and talent, But he is also a great man because of his awesome personality ♥️✨ Well, i think we love Toprak for so many reason 😁 And we love him more and more, 😊♥️🌹

[@bradleyla7167]

"What's the craic" - Topcraic Razzza Never thought I'd hear him say that today

[@Coltwins]

What a cracking bloke Toprak is, he looked really relaxed and has a sense of humour..Top work ..#CR69

[@ahmet.rsv4]

I'm a Turkish fan of Toprak. Thank you guys so much for this interview with him. I hardly find his interviews even in turkish. It is so precious for me. I enjoyed every second of it. I believe in 3 years he will win another championship with BMW(despite the most people don't believe) if they give him a good package. I finalise with his usual words "We will see" :)

[@sunisafuji]

Hope will be sooner than you think, 😁 Well, Toprak said that the 1st year maybe will not easy for him and BMW but he'll be stronger in the 2nd year As i know, Toprak is a fast learner So i belive on him He will get match along with BMW as soon as posible on the 1st year So, Toprak will get back the crown as the world champion on the 2nd year Or maybe on the 1st year, who knows 😎 Lets just hope and pray all the best for him ♥️🇹🇷🌹

[@PataPrometeonYamaha]

There was a bit more lost in translation than we remembered!! Thank you for having us 🙏

[@pauldunn37]

My mum, dad and my brother. Class.

[@garyabblett3128]

What a lovely guy, not up himself, very chilled and I think he enjoyed talking to you boys too 👍

[@Photostrada]

Longest ever interview Toprak has given to anyone. And there's good reason. He had fun. Just mega work all round (top editing as per!) and something to be incredibly proud of. Legends!

[@MotorbikePod]

Thanks as always Jason

[@davidheaton5765]

Toprak is just the best bloke in the world. Could watch interviews with him all day.

[@jameshirai8936]

Outstanding interview, one of the best you’ve done. Toprak is such a high caliber individual. It’s cool to get to know him personally since he’s always seemed so reserved and private. Best wishes for everyone involved futures. And TY

[@MotorbikePod]

Thanks so much James!

[@elifelif777]

He is a Humble guy , with no Egos , very kind very talented in two wheels , best wishes to Toprak we Love him aloot ..

[@stuartrobertson8851]

What an achievement to get Toprak on and so relaxed. Well done all. The most I’ve heard TR speak ever. What a talent.

[@PapaOfGags]

I'm a big JR fan, but who cannot be a Toprak fan? the lads an awesome rider, some time's I watch him & think how? just how? incredible rider & a darn nice bloke to go with it, respect Sir.

[@Karlheinz81]

....i know him since his R6 cup time in Germany.... He is the same humble nice person. Cheers to his parents who make this kid a really nice man

[@claytonknight3078]

It's funny sometimes it seemed like everyone was lost in translation, but another great show and Toprak seems like a very down to earth guy. I can't believe that every MotoGP team is not trying to sigh him.

[@nick_dastardly]

As an italian i can relate so much when he says he' s scared of dom talk! At least this time you have to talk a lot slower🤣 Keep up the good work , love guys ❤

[@iancameron1188]

It says so much about the Team at CTR that Toprak felt so comfortable conversing with you, and us. Like so many of the interviews you've done through the years, another extremely enjoyable side of your victims has been exposed, brilliant.

[@MotorbikePod]

Thank you

[@TheKez1a]

Awesome interview, It just goes to show how much Dom and Joe (and all the co-hosts for that matter) have matured with their interview skills! Despite the language barrier (and forgetting that he is muslim at the end haha) you all managed to progress the interview in a very natural way, getting the most out of Toprak, with him appearing rather relaxed as well!

[@MotorbikePod]

Thank you!

[@ManxAndy]

Oh wow……Toprak , what a legend already, especially after yesterday’s race wins at Imola……Chrissy would be eyes wide and in awe…….well done for getting this vlog , massive Toprak fan…..👍🇮🇲💪👌

[@crumblymal8479]

That guy's was some coo getting Toprak Razgatlioglu in for a chat and how good was that , it was fanatstic to for the first time ever hear his thoughts on things and his early years so well done and what a great guy and awesome talent cheers 👌👍

[@pauladhemar1060]

What a scalp. Great interview, such a cool guy. Loved it.

[@paulkeogh3518]

Comes across as a really good guy I hope he can do something with the BMW next season it would be criminal if he’s not on a bike capable of running at the front.

[@TheKez1a]

Atleast they won't have to worry about an engine brake strategy with his back wheel in the air most corners!

[@caramurad]

are you happy now my friend

[@ianbritton_UK]

Brilliant interview - Toprak is indeed a legend in the making

[@sassy2928]

Really enjoyed this one. How amazing to get Toprak to do it. Well done everyone.

[@josephtuttiett8549]

What an amazing guy Toprack is, so humble but an animal on a bike what a charecter. ❤ Awesome job by the CTR team... Chrissy would be so proud of what your doing. Havn't missed an episode since it started. Xx

[@hakuliaksu7800]

First of all, it was a very good interview. Congratulations. Secondly, I have a small advice for you. If you want the video to be watched more, add Turkish subtitle option to the video. Thus, all Turkish Toprak fans can watch the video. Because he does not have such a long interview even in Turkey.

[@MotorbikePod]

Hi thank you for your comment. We are currently trying to add Turkish subtitles so his home fans can watch. thank you!

[@buzzybee8463]

Chrissy would be super happy to have such a brilliant guest 🙂 Toprack really is a nice guy and very humble I wish him massive success at BMW 👍

[@Desmo904]

What a Top man Toprak is! Can't have been easy doing a 1 hr interview in a 2nd language but he was a star! Great interview guys.

[@themekanik2460]

Interview with Toprak an hour👏👏Also in English, welldone👏

[@kokopit41]

@47:21 cars of Toprak Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI Tommi Mäkinen Edition Mazda RX-7 FD3S BMW M3 Coupe E93 Audi R8

[@rnp1181]

When I saw it was Toprak I was impressed but thought oh it will be a short video. Very very impressed you got so long with him and how relaxed he was eventually after the door shut 😊. and Cadwell Park ❤

[@NodbodRS]

Top class from Toprak. A good choice that certainly was. I wonder who's next.

[@highway9patrol]

Toprak made me almost cry in the last question! he has a big heart!

[@jdahack7367]

Haven't listened yet but what a coup. Well done guys. Who's next, Marquez?

[@deanhovell177]

After the last pod did not think it could get any better then you pull that one out the hat! That will be tuff to beat and what a way to finish off for motorcycle racing fans Toprak it was nearly as good as his performance this weekend but not quite!!!! 😂😂😂 Don’t know how you are going to beat that one could have listened all night as always well done boys top men!!!! Deano thanks.❤

[@TheDRobins]

What a name to bag! Bloody awesome!

[@motogte]

Absolute legend.

[@Shinysideup]

The best interview I’ve seen with Toprak, he’s an unbelievable rider and a decent human being too. Well done to everyone involved

[@stephenlebillon3066]

After watching that interview I’m struggling to put into words how good it was on every level so ill just give it 👍👍 up😀

[@KendineMüşavir]

Anlamıyorum ama güzel muhabbet dönüyor 🤤

[@djg9589]

What a character 😁👍🏻 great interview !

[@gregrsvr3947]

Wow, Toprak...well done.

[@savagehamzter8850]

Top bloke and top podcast 👍

[@JordanSM1997]

Chrissy would be so proud 👏

[@pabsocs]

What an amazing interview!

[@lices]

THIS IS GOLD!!!!

[@Onthemainline]

Wow! You guys have got Toprak now! Damn you’ve gone big! Well deserved boys! Really well deserved! Another great pod!

[@stuartkelly578]

Dont know how you guys pulled that one off abso superb 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@HelloJamesBond]

This is where your podcast stands out, relaxed and havin a laugh! Captures the spirit of bike culture

[@FatBul61]

Toprak gerçek bir efsane. Çok güzel bir röportaj olmuş. Emekleriniz için teşekkürler. Love you geordie lads. “What’s the crack” was amazing. Phil Marron effect on Toprak 😅

[@christopherfaulks6594]

Great job as usual, for his r8 he should speak to rep at Swindon twin turbo Rick could be an interesting option for a podcast too.

[@Changed101]

That was awesome folks … Chrissy would be so so proud of you all 👏👏👍

[@vintagedublaj]

I was waiting for an interview like that! I like him too much and I learned different things about him thanks to this interview! ❤

[@cuneytintepe]

Toprak Toprak ❤ great talent and riders

[@paulcummings1566]

Brilliant interview. Toprak is really honest and funny and talks well without prompting.

[@garymarshall724]

Brilliant boys, he comes across as a good lad.

[@lescrawford7882]

Brillant, keep it going, Chrissy would be so proud you you guys. Toprack, was a fantasic interview!

[@stefanoe.m.1540]

First time I heard Top mentioning his mother ❤

[@terryhosker1298]

Great interview

[@jg41709]

Wow great interview, I think Toprak would be great for MotoGP- not just for flying the Turkish flag but his character alone is very likeable, plus his talent is undeniable. The question is whether the transition from wsbk to MotoGP bikes will allow him to perform at the levels we’ve seen for the past years.. unreal talent to say the least

[@johnmac.6760]

What a great, podcast, and what a gentleman, brilliant and not even a swear word how refreshing, and a brilliant racer, awsum, A true professional, lovely guy...

[@leefoth2009]

Great interview with no doubt one of the most talented riders out there. He’s doing incredible things and very humble. I slightly lost interest in superbikes until he arrived on the grid. Incredible racing ever since and completely hooked with it all again.

[@andrewjones157]

Absolutely amazing. Chrissy will be beaming up there!!

[@jmrracing7097]

This was absolutely amazing. Thanks for continuing to make this podcast better and better.

[@moq26]

Toprak is a legend already, an incredible talent and a humble lad too, top job lads !

[@mtahirkeskin]

That was a great interview. I loved it. It was worth every second. Tough he had to give up some secrets too 😂

[@davidmcewan209]

WOW.....just....WOW !!!!!

[@yusufguzzel]

Cheers from Turkey! Such a fun interview 👏👏

[@chrisdecker8630]

Dom your boy would be super proud

[@benward1647]

The lads have smashed it again. Toprak was indeed top craic. Chrissy would be buzzing with this. Keep up the great work

[@samwordingham6193]

Amazing 🤩

[@Ed.BR157]

Absolutely mega guys, thank you 🙏

[@DenizSasal]

Great interview. Well done guys.

[@samsspace4833]

Out done yourselves on this one, outstanding and as others have said what a down to earth guy. Keep it up boys

[@canakbeller8815]

This was an excellent interview with nicest rider Toprak. Well done to all who helped to create an exciting hour with Toprak.

[@porsuky]

Toprak you ara so amazing man🎉🎉 such an amazing funny interview🥇🏆

[@Nasha57]

OMG brilliant podcast love chrissy question favourite 3 people 🔥

[@taradarby6646]

Wow ❤Toprak even more now , what a great interview 👏

[@ossifrankfurt8876]

Best Toprak interview ever!

[@LizH181]

What a guy he is! If we couldn’t love him more before. So down to earth and friendly. Well done guys & Grace ❤

[@michaelamiss1828]

Brilliant interview. Humble man with great skills. Loved the engine braking story…

[@endlesstwisties]

Might not be some English teacher but it is definitely the racing expert. My favorite Sbk rider after Nori Haga

[@lukebradley4048]

Love it

[@bachir8676]

Toprak and BMW. GUARENTEE world championship

[@khesbej]

Fantastic work guys

[@melaniepegg8786]

Toprak is an amazing rider, a true hero and a lovely human being. Thank you for this interview guys. Great job as always 👏 xxx

[@doug3011]

Toprak??? unreal to get him as a guest... wow what a great show.. what a great bloke..

[@stevenmarry212]

Ah what a score lads, Roofrack himself! Brilliant episode I'd say he's great craic to be around. Strength to strength Dom keep er lit

[@liamato1]

Thoroughly enjoyed this, Toprak really being able to show the humour he has as well as the serious side. Well done guys.

[@jaqpis]

That was great 👍

[@canberkehorozal]

Super cool and funny! Very good job guys. Toprak we love you ❤

[@Gingerlyjen]

Fantastic interview. Toprak is such a great guy- thanks y'all for sharing.

[@flyingdutchy01]

Toprak is so deadpan funny 😂

[@jondanby3790]

He’s an amazing rider but also a really great guy. Impossible not to like him really.

[@DanLeach-il6hp]

Amazing boys!! That is something special. Just to get him on in the first place but also you both did such a good job in giving him the time to speak, I think perhaps that is also why he enjoyed it, not hurried and able to just talk comfortably. So interesting to hear more about him, super cool guy!