Fabio Quartararo has emphasized the significant technical role played by Andrea Dovizioso within the Yamaha team, expressing that the Italian’s contribution goes far beyond that of a typical test rider. The French MotoGP rider believes Dovizioso’s detailed approach is vital for advancing the bike’s performance and development during the ongoing season.
Precision and experience as key assets in bike development
Quartararo explained that Dovizioso’s meticulous nature complements his own more instinctive riding style.
“I mean, when I talk about Dovi, it’s because I think he can help us a lot more, not so much as a test rider. But on the technical side, where Dovi is really consistent. He’s meticulous, and I’m exactly the opposite. I don’t care. You can give me the bike however you want, I’ll go fast and I don’t mind. But he’s very, very precise. And I think, on the technical side, he can be very, very useful. And I think he has to be more involved in that area within the team,”
Quartararo stated.
According to Quartararo, Dovizioso’s careful attention to data and nuances helps identify and resolve complex issues, especially during race weekends. Their collaboration, along with that of the Yamaha engineers, is critical in refining the bike’s setup.
How Dovizioso’s experience benefits Yamaha’s problem-solving efforts
Quartararo recounted a specific incident at Aragón where Dovizioso’s expertise made a difference. Despite difficulty in resolving a technical issue, Dovizioso’s deep MotoGP experience allowed him to recognize subtle details in the data that others might have missed.
“I can explain in detail what I need, but he has a lot of experience. For example, when we raced in Aragón, it took us a long time to solve a problem. And maybe there was a number in the data, but he had the experience to say that number was too low.”
The former world champion also noted Dovizioso’s background with various teams across MotoGP, valuing the knowledge gained over years of competition.
“He’s worked with many teams. He’s been in MotoGP for many years and knows exactly how to identify sensations like the one I had in Aragón. It wasn’t a small issue, but we ended up treating it as one. And I think Andrea is really smart in that area. He can really help us.”
Significance of Dovizioso’s deeper involvement at Yamaha
Fabio Quartararo’s remarks underline the crucial role Andrea Dovizioso plays in Yamaha’s efforts to optimize their performance through meticulous technical input. The Italian’s extensive on-track and technical experience offers Yamaha a valuable edge in navigating the challenges of MotoGP competition. As the season progresses, this partnership between Quartararo, Dovizioso, and the engineering team is expected to be pivotal in Yamaha’s pursuit of improved results and consistency.
