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Crutchlow wants better plan to continue as Yamaha MotoGP tester
Cal Crutchlow, the British rider who returned to Yamaha in 2021 after ending his full-time racing career in 2020, expressed the need for Yamaha to change its testing schedule if he is to sign a new deal as a test rider. Crutchlow had long periods of downtime between tests this year and believes a more consistent schedule is necessary for progress. Yamaha has offered him a new three-year agreement, but the testing plan needs improvement. Crutchlow clarified that he has no additional wildcard outings planned for the remaining six rounds of the year. Reflecting on his race in Motegi, he regretted staying out on slicks on a wet track instead of pitting for his wet bike earlier. Crutchlow was satisfied with his pace in the rain conditions, but a full dry race would have been needed to better understand the chosen setting. He hopes Yamaha will follow the direction he and the engineers believe is necessary for improvement next year.
Source: motorsport
