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The MotoGP grid seems to be finally making big steps towards unionising, with Sylvain Guintoli tapped to lead the organisation
the MotoGP executives makes such a union unnecessary.” However, with the ongoing push from riders for better representation and their desire to have a say in decisions that directly affect them, the formation of a MotoGP riders’ union seems imminent. Sylvain Guintoli, an experienced rider and former World Superbike champion, is rumored to be chosen as the leader of this organization. Following a meeting at the Catalan Grand Prix, riders approached Guintoli to take on this role. Guintoli is expected to attend the Malaysian Grand Prix in September to start working on a concrete plan for the union. The need for a riders’ union has been emphasized by issues like lack of rider consultation on important matters and insufficient safety measures, with riders expressing their desire to have a say in the decisions that impact their lives and careers. Although not welcomed by MotoGP executives, the formation of a riders’ union appears to be an important step towards giving the riders a collective voice in the sport.
Source: The Race
