The 2016 season is not yet completely over and Lorenzo is already projected into the 2017 season. And for good reason. After a campaign where he still showed some weaknesses to the point of raising doubts, he will play the leaders at Ducati who bet big on him. Both names have everything to lose or gain.
A situation which recalls another, when another illustrious rider also had his way from Yamaha to Ducati before returning under the awning struck with the three tuning forks. The unfortunate experience of Valentino Rossi remains in memories. What will be that of Jorge Lorenzo ?
The Desmosedici has evolved and seems more competitive and accessible than in the Doctor's time. However, those who know her well promise Por Fuera difficult times. Iannone, who will leave his place to go to Suzuki, has made this clear. And the one who will continue the adventure in red Dovizioso clearly implied it.
Enough to put pressure on the Majorcan that an entire factory, or even an industrial group, expects just as much. The five-time winner nevertheless wants to be reassuring: “ The Ducati has improved every season and it has become more competitive on any circuit, which is a good sign. It bodes well to see the Ducatis more and more often at the forefront on most tracks. Andrea Dovizioso's victory was not a surprise to me. It's one of the best in the rain and the Ducati has always performed well in the wet. He deserves this victory like the whole team ».
A strong compliment from a Yamaha rider who hasn't won anything since Catalonia last June. During this time, the Desmosedici scored two successes.
