With his 15 world titles, his 123 victories, 162 podiums and 117 fastest laps in races, Giacomo Agostini has a record that makes you dream, even if he envisages that Marc Marquez could beat him one day, due to his young age and the 19 annual races on the GP calendar from 2018.
Ago is one of the experts that Italian television often invites, and this has just been the case for Paddock TV broadcast on La 6. Valentino Rossi, who relentlessly chased Agostini's records, is now at a crossroads and the former Bergamo champion was asked for his views on the matter.
“I think the time is near when Valentino will retire,” said Ago.
“He likes motorcycles, likes racing. But of course he also thinks: if I have to race to get 5th or 6th place, it's better to stop. »
“He would still like to continue after 2018, he will try. He will see which bike Yamaha will give him. »
“Then, of course, it is also fair to think that after 5-6 races he will say to himself: if I see that the Yamaha is making me win, I will continue, otherwise I will stop. »
“If the Yamaha is not competitive, he could stop, but it will also depend on the teammate: the bike can be fantastic, but if his teammate wins and he only gets 3rd or 4th place, he may become demoralized and give up. »
“For all athletes, it is difficult to say " enough ". »
Photo © Red Bull (Goodwood 2015)
Source: Paddock TV, La 6
