Aprilia boss Marco Bezecchi has revealed what he personally remembers about Valentino Rossi.

Bezechichi Then he went to the premier class VR46’s MotoGP suitSpending three seasons with the satellite team supported by Ducati before choosing to take it Aprilia Offering a factory tour ahead of the 2025 campaign.

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The move makes the Italian a dream come true as he became the Noale-based team’s flagship in the absence of Jorge Martin last year due to injury. Bezechichi referring to his desire for more ‘responsibility’ The main reason why it came out Rossi’s group.

Fabiano Sterlacchini praises Marco Bezecchi’s comments at Aprilia in comparison to Valentino Rossi.

Despite his exit, Rossi was over the moon when Bezecchi landed a factory contract and gave the 27-year-old his blessing before moving on to negotiations.

Since then he has become one of the grid’s most formidable talents and currently leads the MotoGP standings after eight rounds of racing. In the year Of his four Grand Prix wins in 2026, his win at the Italian Grand Prix is ​​the cherry on top.

Following his appearance on the top stage of the Mugello stage, Bezecic has been compared to Rossi.Many paddock figures show that the Tuscan hills haven’t looked too happy since the Doctor’s exploits on the circuit.

Now Bezecchi has received more comparisons to MotoGP icon Aprilia boss. Fabiano Sterlacini The Italian comments behind the scenes in Nole, mentioning how he ‘remembers’ the seven-time premier class title winner.

Bezecchi was asked about his influence at Aprilia. Sky ItalyStellacchini replied: “I would say very important, basically for two reasons.

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“On the other hand, it took the overall development of the bike Lorenzo SavadoriHis patience and clarity in understanding where the problem lies is amazing.

“He guides you with incredible clarity. He reminds me of my mentor, Valentino, who was also very clinical in identifying all these aspects. Then there’s another reason.”

“He has shown us that he believes in us and is willing to do anything. This belief has become a common mantra in the company and has helped us push forward with great determination.”