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Whisper overheard that Valentino Rossi’s VR46 have agreed their long-term future
According to Speedweek report, MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi has reached a two-year contract with Yamaha to bring his team, VR46, under their banner starting in 2025. In the meantime, VR46 will continue as a Ducati satellite team for the final year of their contract in 2024. Yamaha, who currently only run two bikes on the MotoGP grid, have been actively seeking to add a satellite team, making VR46 an ideal fit. VR46 has also secured a three-year title sponsorship deal with Indonesian oil company Pertamina Lubricants, starting in the upcoming season. There is a possibility that one VR46 rider may receive a factory-spec bike in 2025, potentially benefiting Marco Bezzecchi. While VR46’s year-old Ducatis have shown more competitiveness than Yamaha’s bikes this season, the team will aim for another successful year in their current setup before the anticipated transition.
