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A transfer window and relegations – like those used in football – have been suggested to revolutionise the MotoGP rider market.
Fabio di Giannantonio’s first MotoGP victory in Qatar came at a crucial time for his future in the series, as his bike is set to go to Marc Marquez next year. A new proposal has been suggested to shake up the “silly season” and give riders like Di Giannantonio a chance to capitalize on their late-season performance. The idea is to introduce a system similar to relegation and promotion seen in sports like football, where the top three Moto2 riders would have the opportunity to move up to MotoGP. Currently, Di Giannantonio is ranked 12th in MotoGP, which his crew chief, Frankie Carchedi, believes is unfair considering his recent results. The concept of a late transfer window for riders, similar to what exists in football, has also been discussed as a possibility to create more flexibility in contract signings. Ultimately, Di Giannantonio’s impressive performances have come just as his current team, Gresini, confirmed their decision to replace him with Marquez, underscoring the challenges riders can face when contracts are signed well in advance.
