Since Augusto Fernandez found himself without a place at GASGAS Tech3 KTM, he has continued to look for opportunities to stay close to MotoGP. The lack of results this season has kept him out of the starting grid in the premier class, but it seems he has found a new path. According to GP One, Fernandez is tipped to replace Cal Crutchlow as test rider at Yamaha, with the possibility of benefiting from six wildcards per season.
When for his British Grand Prix, Augusto Fernandez faced difficulties again. He finished in sixteenth position, out of the points. This poor performance is not isolated, since his teammate Peter Acosta also struggled to rise to the top spots. After the race, Fernandez shared his feelings with the collaborator of motosan, Manuel Pecino.
« It was very difficult ", did he declare. " It was one of the worst positions. Until the tire fell, I was doing my race. Finally, I was fighting for points. But when the tire started to fall, I felt it in every turn ; it was a massive fall. I saw the rest of our bikes also struggling, especially towards the end of the race. It seems everyone has the same problem. But yes, it was very, very hard to get to the end »
Augusto Fernandez: “ Silverstone was very, very difficult, very long and for nothing »
The difficulties ofAugusto Fernandez during this weekend at Silverstone seem to be mainly related to tires. “ I've been struggling with this all weekend, and we really can't find the problem or find a solution. With the rear medium it was worse, because the difference compared to the rest of the field was even greater. It was very, very difficult; very long and for nothing. Anyway, let's hope better circuits come. In Austria it's a completely different track, I hope we have less problems. But you'll have to wait to see it »
While waiting for an official announcement, Fernandez seems to have found a new opportunity that could allow him to stay closer to MotoGP. As a test pilot for Yamaha , he could not only bring his experience to the team but also take advantage of the wildcards to continue racing. This prospect could be a breath of fresh air for the Mallorcan after a difficult season.
If this transition materializes, it could not only offer a new dynamic to Augusto Fernandez, but also strengthen the team Yamaha with an experienced pilot ready to take on new challenges.