Lawyer Federica Costa spoke about the current situation of Marc Marquez and Quartararo. Both riders could face problems after their virulent statements against Honda and Yamaha.
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Battles in MotoGP don't just take place on the track. Even more important are those that take place behind closed doors, in offices. The drivers seek the best understanding with the teams, and vice versa, which is the guarantee of results and lasting and fruitful relationships for both parties. This is apparently not the case Fabio Quartararo and Marc Marquez.
Both drivers have an agreement until 2024; with Yamaha et Honda respectively. However, the results have not been there for a long time. It is obvious that the brands are going through serious difficulties, and both the French and the Spaniards are no longer comfortable. They themselves have revealed this discomfort on more than one occasion, with comments that could put them at odds. Lawyer Federica Costa spoke about this in an interview with MotoSprint.
Costa assured that these statements from the pilots could cause them serious problems. “ Although I am unaware of the contracts Quartararo and Marquez signed with Yamaha and Honda, I can say with certainty the following: in no professional sporting relationship can the signatory say harsh words towards his team or, if we extend the concept, towards his company. This means that Fabio and Marc have a lot at stake, in terms of possible reprimands and fines. ».
The absence of results does not justify the media releases of Quarterly and Marquez. " Everyone would like to win. This is part of the spirit of the competition, from which Fabio and Marc derive enormous satisfaction. I can understand how much they suffer, but it's strange to hear every weekend how they complain about breakdowns on their respective MotoGP bikes. In my opinion, even if I understand them, they are at the limit”, said the lawyer.
Marc Marquez and Quartararo must know this: “ he who tarnishes the image of the team pays the price«
The explanation is simple. “ It's about keeping your own reputation intact, as well as that of the team and the manufacturer. When a pilot points out what is available to him, it harms the image integrity of the entire structure. And that's bad news, because significant warnings, fines and penalties may arise. I'm surprised they haven't received one by now. The result is important in races, but what you show outside is just as important ».
Costa compared this type of agreement to a marriage. “ Whoever tarnishes the team's image pays the price. Normal, right? Imagine if the wife speaks badly of the husband, or vice versa. It is possible to dissolve the link, as long as the sanctions are respected, including the sponsors involved. If Quartararo and Marquez want to anticipate the dismissal, they already know what would happen ».
"What would happen" is something that varies depending on the pilot's contract. Even so, Costa explains it generically. “ They would have to pay the corresponding sanctions, both with the manufacturer, the team and the sponsors. There are tables which cite absence in competition, in particular non-participation in events and Grand Prix. Money serves as compensation, since it is impossible to fill in the gaps or defects ».
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