P1racenews AI automatic summary:
“There was an expectation he would take a step forward this year – but he hasn’t”
A clue from MotoGP testing indicates that Raul Fernandez may be at risk of losing his spot for the upcoming season. Trackhouse decided to test Manu Gonzalez, the Moto2 points leader, at the Aragon MotoGP test, sparking speculation about Fernandez’s future. Despite Trackhouse’s claim that it wasn’t an audition, there is skepticism surrounding Fernandez’s performance and potential replacement options. With growing concerns about Fernandez’s underperformance and lack of improvement, Trackhouse’s decision to test Gonzalez raises doubts about Fernandez’s future with the team. As Fernandez enters his fourth MotoGP season and struggles to make an impact, Trackhouse faces a decision on his future in the sport.
