2021 MotoGP World Champion Fabio Quartararo has warned that Yamaha's 2024 MotoGP form could be further deteriorated by a mismatch in bike commentary between rider and team.
Quartararo's Expectations and Disappointments
Fabio Quartararo, who tried Yamaha's 2024 engine prototype during the test drives in Misano last week, stated that he was disappointed with the test results. Quartararo stated that he expected better performance and said, “I expected much better from this test, but we must remain positive and try to analyze what is about to develop for the Valencia test.” said.
“I need to test more, but like I said, I expected better.” Quartararo's statements contradicted Yamaha team director Massimo Meregalli's optimistic statements about the test results. “We were able to get what we expected before we started driving,” Meregalli said. He stated that they were satisfied with the new engine.
Quartararo's Warning
Quartararo continued his criticism of the test results and stated that Yamaha must ensure harmony between the rider and the team if it wants to be successful in the 2024 season. “In the Misano test, we saw that the team manager's comments and mine were completely different.” Quartararo said, “I can clearly say that the test was a disappointment and was not at the standard I expected.”
“The rider's comments are a little more important, it is the rider who tests the bikes and feels whether they are easier to ride or not.” He emphasized that drivers' opinions are valuable.
Quartararo thinks that communication and understanding between the rider and the team is of critical importance as Yamaha prepares for the 2024 season, and points out that incompatibilities can make it difficult to achieve this goal.
Conclusion
In the MotoGP world, the research and development work of teams and riders is of great importance. Quartararo's criticism of the test results points to potential difficulties Yamaha may face in the 2024 season. Harmony between the team's driver and technical staff can be the key to success.
