At Yamaha, frustration is palpable. Despite four pole positions this season, Fabio Quartararo and the Iwata-based company are struggling to translate pure speed into victories, fueling rumors and speculation about the French champion's possible departure. Even official MotoGP media recently mentioned his intentions to leave the team.
Paolo Pavesio, sports director of Yamaha , spoke out in an interview with Jack Appleyard. He acknowledged the difficulties encountered: “This year has been a bit hectic. We have achieved good performances faster than expected, but we must confirm themThere were conditions that certainly helped to solve our grip issues. »
But the tension rose when he was asked about an interview with Quarterly broadcast by MotoGP.com, in which the Frenchman demanded victories under penalty of leaving: " Honestly, we don't need interviews to motivate us to get back to the top. We are perfectly aware of this.. »**
Pavesio also accused the media treatment: " A 20-minute interview with Fabio was reduced to a 60-second clickbait Instagram story. It's part of the game, we know. »
Paolo Pavesio: " we know what we are doing and Fabio Quartararo knows it »
Despite the turmoil, Yamaha remains determined to convince Quarterly to stay. His contract was extended until 2026, accompanied by an ambitious investment plan. Pavesio precise : " Of course, we want to make this project a success. That's why we invest »
Any evidence? Yamaha recruited Max Bartolini, ex-Ducati, as new technical director, and secured a key partnership with Pramac to line up four motorcycles in 2026.
And the biggest project is already underway: the development of a new V4 engine, recently tested by Andrea Dovizioso et Augusto Fernandez in Barcelona. Pavesio is confident: " We are doing our best to improve the M1. At the same time, we have another project underway. We know what we are doing. Fabio knows it. »
It now remains to be seen whether this confidence can finally translate into victories.
