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Yamaha’s MotoGP squad has confirmed Andrea Dovizioso will stand in for its regular Test Rider Cal Crutchlow during a private Misano outing this week, as the Briton continues to recover from injury. Dovizioso, a 15-time GP winner, retired from racing in 2022, with his final outings coming aboard the Yamaha M1 with the defunct RNF […]
Andrea Dovizioso, with 15 GP wins under his belt, retired from racing in 2022, concluding his career with the defunct RNF squad aboard the Yamaha M1. Recently, he got back on a MotoGP bike, testing at Mugello to reacquaint himself with the Yamaha machine. Dovizioso is set to complete a two-day test at the Misano Circuit on August 20 and 21 as Yamaha’s Official Test Rider, filling in for Crutchlow during his recovery from a hand injury. Yamaha expressed gratitude for Dovizioso’s contribution and is hopeful for his involvement in the bike’s development. With Yamaha struggling in MotoGP, Dovizioso’s expertise and feedback are crucial as the team aims to gather valuable data and improve their performance on track.
