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Franco Morbidelli says “everything was roses” in his grand prix career, until joining the factory Yamaha MotoGP team in mid-2021.
Franco Morbidelli describes his grand prix career as smooth sailing until he joined the factory Yamaha MotoGP team in 2021, facing challenges and struggles thereafter.
Having excelled with the Petronas Yamaha squad in 2020, Morbidelli stepped up to the factory team, where he found it tough to replicate his previous success and was overshadowed by his teammate, Fabio Quartararo.
Despite the difficult period, Morbidelli remained determined to fight for top positions and showcase his skills on the track.
After parting ways with Yamaha, Morbidelli joined Pramac Ducati and quickly regained his form, securing podium finishes and climbing the championship rankings.
In 2025, Morbidelli continued his strong performance with the VR46 Ducati team, claiming two grand prix podiums and currently holding the fourth position in the MotoGP World Championship standings.
