The deconfinement has barely been recorded when things are already accelerating on the side of Valentino Rossi. In broad terms, we know that the Doctor wants to continue his career beyond 2020, that he is guaranteed by Yamaha a place of choice within a Petronas team which must organize itself accordingly, and that the The formalization of all this could happen before the first Grand Prix hoped for in Jerez on July 19. But other details are coming to refine what 2021 will be like for Vale, or even more if you like…
Valentino Rossi didn't wait to get back on the handlebars of a motorcycle. As soon as the confinement ended, he rushed to his ranch with his brother Marini and his future teammate Morbidely to regain the sensations. He will do better May 14 with a track day in Misano with riders from the Riders Academy. Meanwhile, behind the scenes, his agreement with the team Petronas takes shape.
Regarding this new adventure, it would be recorded for 2021 with an option for 2022. The team member would be Franco Morbidelli which is not only a product of the sector VR46, but also in the tone of the vocation of politics Petronas in the paddock, which is to reveal young talents.
The question of the technical team is resolved
At this stage, we can say that Valentino Rossi is anything but a representative of the next generation. But according to the site GP One, it conveys a powerful image useful for good exposure which will not fail to be an asset in times of crisis. According to the Italian site, the Malaysian oil company is already forced to reduce the salaries of their staff by 50%... Which suggests that Vale's salary will be paid by Yamaha .
Finally, the problem of the technical team would no longer be one. fabio quartararo would leave with his current chief engineer and David Muñoz would wear a Petronas shirt while accompanying the Doctor. All this will be confirmed in the coming days. The signal will be given by the confirmation of Morbidely. Furthermore, the plan for a marriage between Vale and the beautiful Francesca is also something very serious to take into consideration...
