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Fabio Quartararo admits Yamaha is “still very, very far” from the front of the MotoGP field. Yet he’s committed his long-term future to it, thanks in large part to its “huge” and “confidential” plans
MotoGP 2021 champion Fabio Quartararo has signed a contract with Yamaha through 2026, hinting at potential impact from its “confidential” plans. Quartararo’s first contract yielded great success, but his extension has been less impressive due to Yamaha’s struggles. While Quartararo considered options outside Yamaha, his choices were limited. Yamaha’s ambitious plan and change in working style played a significant role in his decision to stay. Quartararo emphasized the importance of loyalty from Yamaha and the influence of Massimo Bartolini on his mindset. Despite Yamaha’s challenges, Quartararo expressed confidence in the changes made by the team and his commitment to staying with the manufacturer.
