He wasn't in the presentation Ducati 2017 version and yet he is a shadow worker who is worth gold. While costing money. But he has a status engraved in bronze since it is he who, until now, brought home a MotoGP world title for the Borgo Panigale brand. It is of course Casey Stoner which was not forgotten by Paolo Ciabatti in the red strategy put in place this year.
He is capable of wanting to do a Grand Prix before changing his mind about part of fishing. He was said to be a possible coach Lorenzo who signaled his talent but also a special character which made him as unique as his real talent. Casey Stoner is thus, elusive and fiercely free. But Ducati being the brand of passion, we assume such a character in its fold.
Retired since 2012, the double World Champion, since his second crown was taken with Honda, will be associated with the GP17 adventure. Paolo ciabatti, the sports director never forgets it in his comments: “ we are very lucky to have such an exceptional and unique talent as Casey ". Downright. “ This is a real benefit for us. A major competitive advantage from which we benefits ”.
« I don't think our competitors can boast the same thing. We have this privilege and we will try to capitalize on Casey's skills. He will give us a lot of information to develop our bike and make it as competitive as possible with every track on the calendar around the world.of ".
Work will begin on January 25 in Sepang, as a preliminary to the official tests which will begin on January 30. The Australian will have the essential at his side Michele Pirro, Ducati's real handyman since he also works for the brand's Superbike program. The latter was even at the Ducati presentation for MotoGP.
