Yamaha has enlisted the expertise of 15-time MotoGP race winner Andrea Dovizioso, who has been appointed as a test rider and performance advisor until the end of 2027. This move comes after Dovizioso’s retirement from full-time racing during the 2022 season, following a challenging comeback with Yamaha at the RNF squad.
Having previously secured three championship runner-up titles with Ducati, Dovizioso transitioned into testing duties for Yamaha last year, stepping in for Cal Crutchlow due to injury. His involvement with Yamaha’s test team continued, with rider Fabio Quartararo advocating for Dovizioso’s increased role within the Japanese manufacturer.
Leading up to the Italian Grand Prix at Mugello, Yamaha formalized a three-year agreement with Dovizioso, appointing him as both an official test rider and a performance advisor. This strategic move aims to enhance communication channels between riders and engineers, fostering a collaborative approach to development.
Expressing his enthusiasm for the new partnership, Dovizioso emphasized the importance of trust and respect in this collaboration with Yamaha. He highlighted his dual role as a test rider and rider performance advisor, underscoring his intention to facilitate synergy among all stakeholders involved in the development process.
Yamaha views Dovizioso as a pivotal figure in bike development, leveraging his renowned analytical approach to enhance the technical aspects of racing. Paolo Pavesio, Yamaha’s team principal, lauded Dovizioso’s blend of riding prowess and technical acumen, citing his invaluable feedback to engineers as instrumental to the MotoGP project.
While the announcement focused on Dovizioso’s extended partnership with Yamaha, there was no mention of Cal Crutchlow’s future with the brand, as he remains under contract until the end of 2025. This strategic move underscores Yamaha’s commitment to leveraging Dovizioso’s talents across multiple facets of their MotoGP program.
By incorporating Dovizioso as both a test rider and a rider performance advisor, Yamaha aims to streamline data collection and insights sharing among all four Yamaha MotoGP riders and the engineering team. This multifaceted approach underscores Yamaha’s dedication to optimizing performance through enhanced collaboration and expertise.
As Yamaha solidifies its MotoGP lineup with the addition of Dovizioso in key roles, the industry watches closely to see how this strategic move will impact the team’s competitive edge and technological advancements. With Dovizioso’s wealth of experience and technical acumen, Yamaha positions itself for continued success in the fiercely competitive world of MotoGP.
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