In 2021, Jack Miller will be the new Australian to make Ducati Grand Prix history as an official rider. Quite a responsibility if we remember that the previous one was a certain Casey Stoner who is still the only one, since 2007, to have brought the drivers' crown to the Borgo Panigale brand. The stakes are also such that the illustrious compatriot of the Townsville native since 1995 sometimes gives advice to his younger brother via social networks...
Jack Miller takes over as Australian on shelves Ducati à Casey Stoner. When we know what the latter accomplished for the brand while he wore the red suit, it goes without saying that the nickname “Jackass” is expected around the corner… Miller has been present in MotoGP since 2015, the year Casey Stoner was already enjoying his early retirement. And if he has a Grand Prix in the category hanging on his prize list, it is not thanks to a Ducati while it has never materialized on a dry track...
That being said, the end of the season Jack Miller has been solid, so much so that it seems to arrive at the right time at the right place. A situation that does not leave one indifferent Casey Stoner. When we ask Miller if he has contact with his elder, he reveals on Motorsport-total : " he sent me a few messages when we were in Austria, for example. He gave me some advice on the shoulder, on how we can get better as quickly as possible ».
Jack Miller: » the wise words from a great champion like him are always kind”
Apparently wise advice because despite its embarrassment, Jack Miller fought for victory against Pol Espargaro, the two nevertheless surrendering their weapons on the finish line to a third thief: Miguel Oliveira. In 2021, after three years at Pramac-Ducati, Jack Miller will join the Italian factory team to follow in the footsteps of Casey Stoner, who in 2007 became the first and so far only Ducati rider to win the MotoGP title.
Miller adds: " from time to time he sends me messages on Instagram, which I really appreciate. A few wise words from a great champion like him are always kind. Especially since we are both Australian. Unfortunately, we are a little isolated in the paddock; there are not very many of us. So it’s cool to see Casey looking after other Australians. I really appreciate this ". We will recall that there is also Remy Gardner in Moto2 as an “Aussie”.
