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An initially frenetic 2025 MotoGP silly season may be on hold until Fabio Quartararo resolves his tricky future dilemma
Despite early activity shaping up the 2025 MotoGP grid even before the 2024 season began, the silly season has now quieted down until a major decision from a top rider like Fabio Quartararo alters the scene. Quartararo, the 2021 world champion, faces a dilemma of staying with struggling Yamaha or possibly moving to Aprilia for less money and testing the RS-GP machine. With Ducati and KTM having full factory teams, Quartararo’s options are limited, yet Aprilia’s progress offers a tempting gamble for the Frenchman. Although staying with Yamaha might promise financial security, the new rules in 2027 favor well-resourced teams like Yamaha, potentially boosting Quartararo’s long-term prospects with the Japanese factory compared to Aprilia. However, the final decision rests squarely on Quartararo’s shoulders, prolonging the off-season speculation in MotoGP. This delay gives Yamaha time to keep improving their bike, while permitting Aprilia to assess their options and potentially secure a top rider like Quartararo.
