Fabio Quartararo’s decision to renew his contract with Yamaha for two more seasons captured the attention of the MotoGP world. Despite a challenging season, Quartararo’s commitment to Yamaha stems from confidence in the team’s project and tangible improvements seen during testing. His agent, Tom Maubant, revealed that offers came from almost every team, but Quartararo’s bond with Yamaha, built on past successes and transparent communication, made the choice clear.
Reasons for the renewal:
- Confidence in Yamaha’s project: Quartararo maintains confidence in Yamaha’s ability to return to the top. ‘I believe in the project until 2026,’ he stated, emphasizing his long-term commitment.
- Tangible improvements: Quartararo pointed to concrete progress made by new engineers, especially in problem-solving during testing in Sepang.
- Team loyalty: Maubant highlighted Yamaha’s ongoing support and investment in Quartararo, which influenced his decision to stay. ‘Yamaha showed a lot of interest in keeping him. We are people like that. We will never forget what they did for us in the past’.
Quartararo’s perspective:
Despite offers from other manufacturers, Quartararo remains focused on Yamaha, driven by their shared history of race wins and championships. He acknowledged the challenges but expressed optimism in overcoming them together. ‘We were at the top and now, even at the bottom, I want to come back with them’, he said.
Future Outlook:
Quartararo is optimistic about the future, believing that Yamaha’s new methods and transparent communication will lead them back to success. He emphasized the need for continuous improvement, especially in grip and cornering behavior, but maintains confidence in the team’s potential.
Quartararo’s renewal with Yamaha is a testament to his loyalty and belief in the team’s vision. As they work to overcome current challenges, Quartararo is prepared to face future races with determination and optimism, confident that Yamaha will return to the path of victory.
