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Philipp Oettl says it will take time to adjust to the R1 after spending the last two WorldSBK seasons with Ducati.
Oettl has lost his ride with GoEleven Ducati for the 2024 season and has been replaced by Andrea Iannone. He was initially unsure if he would have a ride for the upcoming season, but GMT94 Yamaha ultimately signed him as a replacement for Lorenzo Baldassarri in the WorldSSP class. Oettl has been training extensively during the off-season, spending two and a half weeks in Spain, including six days at the Valencia circuit. He feels good about his preparation and even did a racing simulation to condition his body for the demands of the races. The first WorldSBK test of 2024 will be held in Jerez next week, where Oettl will be present. With Jonathan Rea joining the factory team, Oettl is one of the new riders at Yamaha. His main focus during the Jerez test will be to familiarize himself with the team and develop a good working relationship with everyone. He hopes for good equipment and a positive atmosphere within the team.
