Andrea Dovizioso retires after San Marino Grand Prix

The 36-year-old player from Forlimpopoli, who currently competes on the satellite team of keyboard brand WithU Yamaha RNF. thus ending more than twenty years in the championshipHe made his full debut with Honda in 2002 in 125cc.

‘Giant’, In the absence of Great Britain, Austria and the San Marino Grand PrixShe won 24 world championships, including 15 in the ‘queen’ category, 4 in 250cc and 5 in 125cc, where she was declared world champion in 2004. He also placed second in the MotoGP world in 2017, 2018 and 2019. .

The Italian had a year off in 2021 after overtaking Ducati, however, he was recruited by the Yamaha satellite team for the final part of the campaign after his compatriot Franco Morbidelli was promoted to the official structure. This campaign only added 10 points.

Dovizioso admits he prefers to return to Yamaha in 2021. He believed “firmly in this project and in the possibility of doing it well,” but “unfortunately, in recent years MotoGP profoundly changed” and “never” started to feel “comfortable with the bike”.

“Despite the valuable and continued help from the team, I haven’t been able to tap into its full potential. and the entire Yamaha factory. The results have been negative, but beyond that, I still see it as a very important life experience. With so much difficulty, you must have the ability to manage the situation and emotions well,” he added.

The Italian driver also stressed that the relationship with Yamaha “remains loyal and professional even in the most critical moments”. “It didn’t turn out as we expected, but the right thing to do was try. My adventure will end in Misano, but my relationship with all the people involved in this challenge will remain intact forever. Thank you all,” he said. In a statement.

“Possible Disappointment”

Lin Jarvis, Managing Director of Yamaha Motor Racing, admitted on his behalf sadness in the team because Dovizioso is a “great name” At the World Championships, “I quit this sport earlier than I expected”.

“Unfortunately Andrea had a hard time unlocking the M1’s maximum potential and therefore the results were not forthcoming. it created an understandable frustration. “He finally confirmed his desire to retire before the end of the season during the summer break.”

Yamaha boss noted: After “mutual discussion” it was considered “appropriate” for the driver to “run his last race in Misano at his own GP”.. “Naturally, Yamaha will continue to give its full support to ‘Dovi’ in the next three races. In the meantime, let’s enjoy the last three Grand Prix and celebrate the end of the amazing race in Misano.”

Finally, WithU Yamaha RNF Team Manager Wilco Zeelenberg described this announcement as “understandable” of a Dovizioso “who expects much more from his return”. “We tried to be behind him in every area until the end, but in the end it was he who decided to stop after Misano.”

“We have to accept it because it’s clearly a decision that has to be made by the driver. We can say what we want, but just appreciate his honesty. We will do whatever it takes to keep pushing and get results.” team,” he said.