Causal link or not, in all cases, the facts are concomitant. The test pilot Bradley Smith who replaces Andrea Iannone on the RS-GP since the start of the season for legal reasons that we know, left the Grand Prix of Teruel certainly with a point, but also criticism of Aprilia on the unfolded his MotoGP ambition. Questions which have just been answered: the Englishman is replaced by the other test driver Lorenzo Savadori for the last three Grands Prix of the year…
Aprilia decided to change the teammateAleix Espargaró for the three remaining Grands Prix this season. Two will take place at Valencia and the final will take place at Portimao, a new circuit for MotoGP. But not for the WSBK. Precisely, it is one of the protagonists of the category who was mobilized. This is the brand's test pilot Lorenzo Savadori. He will thus honor his recent Italian Superbike Championship title in the most beautiful way. A consecration built with six victories and two second places within the Nuova M2 Racing team…
Massimo rivola, CEO – Aprilia Racing commented on this change: “ first of all, I would like to thank Bradley for his efforts this season. He took on this role at the last minute with dignity, while delivering honorable performances. His contribution was also extremely valuable ».
“A way to reward him for his season in CIV”
« We are now excited to see Lorenzo debut. This handlebar is somehow a way of rewarding him for his season in CIV, because he will have dominated this Championship. But it is also an important step in its evolution, knowing that he will again occupy the functions of test pilot in 2021. It will be a step forward for him and for the entire Aprilia Racing department. »
Lorenzo Savadori for his part rejoiced: “ To say I'm happy would be an understatement. I would like to thank Aprilia Racing for giving me this opportunity. I will arrive prepared for this event, thanks to the work done on this RS-GP and in CIV, whose season has just ended. It was a very demanding year, which required a lot of concentration. From now on, I will prepare myself and make sure I get the most out of these kilometers gained. »
Bradley Smith has, for its part, declared nothing yet…
