The off-season is over and everyone can now take stock of their level for the 2017 season. We may say that these were only tests and that the bright tomorrows will only appear when the competition really begins, the indications given both in Valencia and in Sepang, Phillip Island and Losail are solid. Gigi Dall'Igna from Ducati in any case took them into account. And there is no tongue in cheek among the reds.
Gigi Dall'Igna is a busy but also wise man. On the GP17, he works on a magic box placed at the back of a GP17 and he works on a unique fairing placed at the bow of the same Desmosedici. He also observes the installation of his new recruit Jorge Lorenzo whom he encouraged to come while persuading his employer that he would be the essential added value to raise the level of play. He now has the elements to make an initial evaluation.
This was delivered to Motorsport. And it is clear: “ our goal in signing Jorge was to fight for the world title. But it is clear that, at the moment, we are not ready for that. However, we have solutions to reduce the difficulties we encounter ».
On the Por Fuera case, he specifies: “ There is still work to do but I am happy with the progress made so far. His situation is difficult. Changing bikes is always complicated, especially after spending nine years with the same people. What is happening to him is therefore normal. I have known him since he was a child and he has changed a lot. But his character and motivation are the same and I'm glad they remained intact ».
Fortunately there is Dovizioso : “ we are happy with the development work he has produced” assures Gigi. “Especially in Sepang and Qatar, where he gave us valuable insights to develop the bike ". Clearly, the transition to Phillip Island would have been a bad memory.
