Fabio Quattararo has quit his media career after being frustrated by his ‘unprofessional’ behavior at the Italian Grand Prix.
of Italian Grand Prix It was a disappointing weekend for the Frenchman as he finished 18th on Sunday. He gave up completely after the race, stating that he had lost his motivation.
In the year It is well established that he cannot be the champion of 2021 Yamaha And his project. after all, Quattararo has signed with Honda for 2027 before riding the bike in 2026.But that didn’t stop him from giving a tense media interview about Iwata’s outfit.
What did you make of Fabio Quattro’s attitude at Yamaha this season?
Are you sympathetic or do you feel he is being disrespectful?
Every quarter Yamaha has been constantly criticized for not giving him the tools to be competitive. The V4 engine is still in the early stages of development, but their star rider is not happy with the bike’s progress.
Paolo Pavesio says Quatartaro’s complaints are ‘useless’. And he reminded him that he represented the manufacturer. But in Mugello, the conflict with the media reached a new level.
Quatararo spoke only to the television cameras after the race – he is contractually obligated to do so. When he came to the briefing with the press, no one was there, prompting him to leave after 10 minutes.
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Journalists Adam Wheeler and David Emmett discuss the ordeal. Paddock Pass Podcastblasting the Frenchman in character.
Wheeler said: “First of all, I mean we set a new MotoGP all-time top speed record here on Saturday. And I think Fabio Quattararo, Dave, set a new record for media attendance.
He was there to speak 10 minutes after the race today. He must still be in his skin and I want to get out of this f—— s— way.
Emmett was very critical of the Yamaha rider: “It was him, not the media, and he left before the media showed up. Just like he wanted to.”
Is Yamaha wrong to re-sign Fabio Quatararo for 2024?
“So I mean, I think there’s going to be … there’s going to be a few talks at Yamaha, so that was unprofessional.
“I mean, I feel very sorry for Fabio Quattararo because this situation is terrible. But he can cry into 100 euro notes.”
Neil Hodgson has. Yamaha told Quatararo not to do interviews. Because of his constant negativity. After this event in Mugello there will definitely be talks.
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