This concept, which is not devoid of common sense, is aimed above all at Jorge Lorenzo who is in a hurry to sign a new contract with the Iwata firm, if possible before Qatar. But the Majorcan rider could be coveted by Ducati and its financial windfall, despite the latter's official denials.
Yamaha therefore intends to pay “the right price” and nothing but “the right price”, and this also applies to those who could replace Bradley Smith and/or Pol Espargaro at Tech3, starting with Alex Rins followed closely. by the three tuning forks. Even, possibly, a Maverick Vinales that all the factories are eyeing…
Lynn Jarvis à speedweek : “We do not engage in any bidding wars. It is very simple. We know the market, we know the prices, and this doesn't fit our style. We are always willing to pay market prices for our pilots, but no more. We are in the fortunate position where we can offer a lot to our factory riders. Because our bikes are very competitive, just like our team and our company are very good. We're not in a situation where we have to lure with money... We don't have to outbid anyone. It's not just the money. This is the overall package that we can offer. I think joining our Yamaha factory program is an exciting opportunity for most riders. Especially now that we have significantly demonstrated our competitiveness. Our bike and our system are very attractive. »
Obviously, Lin Jarvis does not need the press to send a message to Jorge Lorenzo. But calling her to witness is just a way of responding to the rumor of Ducati's offer, in case the #99 has some inclination to revise his contract upwards after his new title of World Champion...
