Andrea Iannone is a colorful character whose whole character was revealed a little more this year. A general mood which may have cost him his place at Ducati. A defect to correct? Nay, the boss on the ground of the Suzuki troops, Davide Brivio, doesn't blame him for anything. And wants the whole Iannone.
This season, Iannone undoubtedly cemented his nickname of Jo the Maniac for good. Ruthless on the track, including with a teammate who remembers his impactful determination suffered in the last corner of the Argentine Grand Prix, he is also a character behind the scenes. We will remember his way to open your Porsche accidentally locked when refueling at a service station.
It's the same one that will replace the calmer and more manageable Suzuki Maverick Vinales. What to make white hair for Davide Brivio? Not even !
Davide Brivio: " Iannone is often referred to as an aggressive driver who makes mistakes and who must be calmed down. I don't see it that way. He is a driver who wants to win. Everyone makes mistakes, and everyone has accidents. Last year, Márquez lost the title like this. This year Lorenzo and Valentino Rossi are not exempt from reproaches. It's just racing ».
He specifies on speedweek : " I like combative pilots. Andrea has a burning desire to win. He makes a few mistakes sometimes, but I'm glad he's so determined. Of course, he must make as few deviations as possible, but over time he becomes a mature and experienced driver. While remaining just as fast. He has proven that he can fight with the best over the last two years if he is given the right bike. In this case he was always competitive for the podium or the victory ».
« We're going to give him the best bike possible. It depends on us. He is fast and mature. He has the talent to be a star rider in MotoGP. We will all have to adapt, but I am very satisfied with our choice and we are confident in the future ».
Andrea Iannone will team up in 2017 with alex rins.
