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Should Jack Miller, Miguel Oliveira and Franco Morbidelli have retired from MotoGP rather than taking 2025 seats young riders could’ve had? Here’s (the retiring) Aleix Espargaro’s take
Aleix Espargaro reiterated his belief that some MotoGP veterans should step down to make way for younger talents, expressing discontent with the way his initial comments were sensationalized in Spanish media. Although he clarified that his remarks were focused on his personal decision to retire at the end of the season rather than targeting specific rivals, he emphasized the importance of giving opportunities to young riders like Ai Ogura. Espargaro emphasized that his lack of full commitment this season led to his decision to retire, asserting that he never said it was unfair for Jack Miller to receive a bike and acknowledging the dedication of riders such as Morbidelli and Oliveira. While he acknowledged that young Moto2 riders like Sergio Garcia and Tony Arbolino deserve opportunities, he maintained that his observations were more about his personal feelings towards retirement rather than a critique of specific riders. Lastly, he noted that if a team chooses to continue with certain riders, it is ultimately their decision.
