For a few hours, he shared his Ducati D16 GP with Casey Stoner during the July test at the Red Bull Ring.
Much slower than its Australian counterpart, Michelle Pirro nevertheless appreciated the Austrian track and is therefore pleased to appear there as a wild card during this weekend which marks the resumption of the championship after almost a month of summer break.
Michele Pirro : “I immediately liked the new Austrian track, although I didn't race there much. It is certainly a track suited to the qualities of the Ducati, but the tires will play a fundamental role in the second half of the race. I am back from two big races with the Ducati Superbike (editor's note: in the Italian championship), I feel good, the enthusiasm of the fans gives me the greatest joy and, during this GP, I will try to be as fast as Stoner. »
