Fabio Quattararo’s priority is to stay ‘fit and healthy’ ahead of joining Honda, says Carlo Pernat. Quatararo is expected to leave Yamaha at the end of the season.
He is expected to act Honda It hasn’t been officially announced yet, but the possibility of an extension is dimmed by Yamaha. Quattararo began his career with satellite team SRT before joining the factory team in 2021.
Valentino Rossi’s successor, El Diablo, immediately claimed the world championship, but has not won a race since his title defense was postponed until mid-2022.With Yamaha in decline, he is now relegated to midfield.
Complete the sentence, Fabio Quatararo’s best result in 2026…
Fabio Quattararo no longer gives ‘120%’ to Yamaha
As his departure became a poorly kept secret, there are signs of a relationship between them Every quarter And Yamaha is under increasing stress. During testing, the underpowered V4 was seen showing signs of irritation on the bike.
Indeed, Yamaha canceled their driver interviews After the season opener in Thailand, Quatararo feared he would spoil the public relations, he is disappointed.
Jorge Lorenzo said that the criticism of Quartararo is ‘not fair’ And he reminded him that he is paid ‘many millions’ to represent the brand.
to speak reapingCarlo Pernat predicted that Quartararo would see out the season but with a more conservative approach than usual.
“Quartaro is obviously good enough, I think he will finish the season because he is a professional, but the relationship between him and him Yamaha He is well-worn now, and we are unlucky not to see him give 120% again,” said the former Cavaliers manager.
He has opted for 2027 and wants to be there healthy and fit on the Honda.
Why Valentino Rossi is the biggest winner in the MotoGP rider market.
Assessing the driver market as a whole, Pernat said Valentino Rossi had ‘eliminated’ the competition.
Although he has yet to confirm one of the riders, The VR46 is set to continue at Ducati. According to the new regulations, it makes them the most sought-after group of satellites on the grid.
What’s more? Francesco Bagnaia heads to Aprilia. On a four-year contract and Marco Bezecchi has already signed a lucrative contract extension. Despite Bagnaia’s exit from Ducati, Pernat Rossi said he could be happy with the result for his senior academy graduates.
“I will add one thing that on the eve of the second GP of the season, 2026 MotoGP already has a super world champion who has destroyed everyone: Valentino Rossi,” Pernat said.
“He secured two Ducatis for the team for the future and put the two top academy riders on Aprilias: that means he’s secured his future, or at least signed for it. Hats off!”
As part of the renewal agreement, Ducati promises the VR46 ‘high rider’ For 2027, rumors that Fermin Aldeguer could overtake Gresini.
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