Chico Lorenzo has expressed a definitive opinion on the ongoing debate between Marc Marquez and Valentino Rossi. He remarked that during Valentino's early days, he did not face competitors of the same caliber…

Chico Lorenzo has openly expressed his opinion on who he believes is the all-time best rider in MotoGP history.

The discussion, often centered around whether Marc Marquez or Valentino Rossi is superior, splits enthusiasts.

During their most intense argument, Chico's son Jorge, who is a notable figure in the world of MotoGP, found himself at the center of the conflict.

However, Chico has defended his opinion that Marquez surpasses Rossi and is the greatest of all time.

He mentioned to Moto.it that Valentino Rossi joined the 500cc category riding the same motorcycle that Mick Doohan used.

He competed against the same opponents as Doohan, who had secured victories over them for five consecutive years.

When Marquez made his debut, he faced tough competition from Lorenzo, Dani Pedrosa, and Valentino Rossi, all of whom are considered among the top ten riders in the history of the sport.

"When Valentino made his entrance, he faced no competitors of such caliber. Instead, he contended with riders like Gibernau, Capirossi, Biaggi, and Melandri…"

Valentino Rossi, undoubtedly the most recognizable figure in MotoGP, is now beginning his fourth year since hanging up his helmet.

This season, Marquez, his long-standing rival, has the chance to match his record of nine world championships.

Marquez is switching to a factory Ducati, a motorcycle that is significantly different from the one Rossi struggled to control during his unsuccessful attempt.

Jorge Lorenzo's dad has issued a cautionary note, stating that Marquez will encounter a challenge from another racer for the 2025 championship.

Chico thinks that Pecco Bagnaia is the sole person sure to offer a challenge.

"Chico clarified that Jorge Martin is associated with Aprilia."

"Martin is believed to be on par with Marquez as a rider, but it's uncertain how well he will perform with Aprilia."

"In my opinion, the top three could include Bagnaia, Marquez, and Martin. If Aprilia performs well, Martin has a strong chance of securing a spot in the top three."

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Guenther Steiner highlights an F1 driver who excelled despite minimal resources.

"He achieved the most with the fewest resources…"

Guenther Steiner has recognized a Formula 1 driver who managed to perform well despite having a challenging car that didn't attract much attention.

During an episode of The Red Flags Podcast, the ex-team principal of Haas F1 was questioned about which individual or team achieved the greatest success with minimal resources in 2024.

The candidates included Zhou Guanyu, Pierre Gasly, Nico Hulkenberg, the Williams crew, and Max Verstappen.

Steiner quickly dismissed Zhou, who will not have a spot in F1 for the year 2025, by stating: "No, he hasn't achieved much! He performed well in one race. I have to acknowledge that he had one excellent race."

"As for the remainder, he didn't accomplish much."

"I'm standing with Pierre and the Williams mechanics, those unfortunate folks! They had a tough job ahead! They really went above and beyond."

However, Steiner chose his selection.

"I'll accompany the Alpine driver," Pierre stated.

Pierre Gasly receives praise for his remarkable performance in 2024. "He managed to achieve a lot despite limited resources," Steiner commented regarding Gasly.

"Despite having a terrible car, they managed to finish in sixth place, and it was all due to his efforts."

"David Sanchez, who has experience working with McLaren and previously with Ferrari, deserves the recognition."

David expressed that he possessed some understanding, suggesting that they should take a certain path to successfully conclude the season with a positive outcome.

"He was crucial, David."

Alpine secured the sixth spot in the constructors' championship, mirroring their performance from 2023.

This comes after a concerning beginning to the 2024 season, which has left Gasly and his teammate Esteban Ocon puzzled and expressing dissatisfaction with their vehicle.

Alpine had to manage a situation where their drivers crashed into each other during the Monaco race.

This marked the start of Ocon's departure, as he was let go and subsequently joined Steiner's former team, Haas, for the 2025 season.

Pierre Gasly will have Jack Doohan joining him as his new rookie teammate this season.

In a significant move, experienced F1 figure Flavio Briatore took on a high-level position at Alpine last year, with a clear focus on boosting the performance of the team, which is currently in the middle of the pack.

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Headline suggests Ducati's worry about "danger" prompted partnership with Marc Marquez

New hypothesis on what drove Ducati's significant decision

It has been proposed that Ducati's worries over "risk" prompted their collaboration with Marc Marquez.

A year prior, Marquez transitioned from Honda to Gresini Ducati and performed exceptionally well in 2024 using an older model bike. He launched a strong bid for the championship, which only lost momentum during the concluding races.

However, his performance was sufficient to secure a spot with the official Ducati team this year, providing him with the top equipment available on the track.

The manufacturer's decision impacted Jorge Martin, who, after securing the MotoGP championship riding a Ducati, has now signed with Aprilia.

Wayne Gardner expressed to Motosan that he anticipated the choice to select Marquez over Martin.

"Frankly speaking, if I were in that situation, I likely would have chosen to remain with Jorge."

"However, there's no denying that Marc is an exceptionally skilled motorcyclist. Both of them hail from Spain, isn't that correct?"

"It seems that Ducati managed to eliminate Marquez from the race."

"It's more beneficial for him to collaborate with them rather than oppose them."

"People are aware of Marc's talent. It appears he has made significant progress since becoming part of Ducati."

"Ducati clearly boasts the top-performing motorcycle among the competition, and this has been the case for several years."

Marc has been managing the challenges of riding the Honda, which explains the numerous times he has crashed.

"Although he continues to crash fairly often, there's now a bit more stability, likely due to improvements in the bike."

"From Ducati's perspective, they can't afford the risk of Marquez joining a competing team."

"It's advantageous to have him join their team, as this ensures they'll secure victories with either Pecco or Marquez in the upcoming year."

"They were faced with a choice, and that's what led to the outcome."

"Martin is set to join Aprilia, and I believe his performance on that bike will be remarkable."

"In my opinion, this will add an exciting element to the championship."

Last summer, Marquez complicated matters for Ducati as they were evaluating their roster for 2025.

He emphasized that riding for Pramac, despite the bike being of factory specifications, was not a possibility.

Ducati was prompted to reverse their initial decision to reward Martin.

As a consequence, Martin joined Aprilia and went on to finish an ideal season by becoming the MotoGP champion.

In 2025, he might ride with the number one on an Aprilia motorcycle.

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Speculation surrounds Marc Hynes' involvement as Lewis Hamilton establishes a close-knit group within Ferrari.

Information emerges regarding the select group surrounding Lewis Hamilton.

Italian newspapers have reported information regarding the close associates of Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.

Hamilton's move from Mercedes to Ferrari this year marks a significant shift in the world of Formula 1.

Hamilton will be joined by prominent new teammates such as Fred Vasseur and Charles Leclerc, while also working with a less visible team in the background.

Lewis Hamilton establishes a close-knit group within Ferrari. According to reports from Gazzetta, Marc Hynes is set to maintain his position as Hamilton's manager.

Hynes, who previously had a career as a racing driver, served as Hamilton's manager and was in charge of Project 44 between 2015 and 2021.

According to the Italian newspaper, Hamilton reconnected with his longtime friend a year ago, and their partnership is set to continue as the Ferrari chapter starts.

As Hamilton switches teams, he will be joined by additional team members who will collaborate with him.

According to the newspaper, he plans to employ at least one individual to handle communications and public relations outside the realm of Formula 1.

A photographer, fitness coaches, and security staff are said to be collaborating with Hamilton.

Hamilton shares a past connection with Ferrari's team leader, Vasseur. Their relationship dates back to Hamilton's early racing career, which Vasseur was partly in charge of.

Loic Serra, who oversees the chassis, and Jerome d'Ambrosio, the deputy team principal, have both transitioned from Mercedes to Ferrari, making them recognizable figures.

Lewis Hamilton's First Drive with Ferrari Approaches

This month, Hamilton is preparing to take the wheel of a Ferrari for the first time at the Fiorano circuit.

He is set to drive during a private test session. Additionally, reports suggest that Ferrari plans to bring him to Barcelona for additional practice laps.

Lewis Hamilton is expected to attend the official Formula 1 event at The O2 in London, where he will join representatives from all the other teams.

On February 19, just one day afterward, Ferrari is set to reveal their car for the 2025

Following a three-year period where Mercedes cars trailed behind Red Bull, Hamilton is hopeful about clinching a record-breaking eighth F1 championship this season with his new team.

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Jorge Martin discusses concerns about conflicts with his new teammate, Marco Bezzecchi. Jorge Martin admits, "He hasn't been my closest friend."

Jorge Martin has addressed worries regarding his connection with Marco Bezzecchi.

Martin and Bezzecchi are set to team up as the new official riders for the factory Aprilia team this year.

However, their history is marked by ups and downs, further complicated by Bezzecchi's good friend Pecco Bagnaia fiercely competing with Martin for last season's championship.

Martin expressed to Motorsport that he and Bezzecchi have not been on the best of terms in recent years.

"Ever since our battles in Moto3, we've had numerous confrontations."

What’s important to me is that my significant other has a competitive nature.

"If he can provide guidance to enhance the bike, it will benefit me as well. The same applies in reverse."

Martin clinched the Moto3 championship title, finishing 46 points ahead of Bezzecchi.

Since then, they have sometimes encountered each other with hostility, such as when Bezzecchi expressed dissatisfaction over the stewards not taking action against Martin for triggering a crash during the 2023 Austria sprint.

However, both riders have departed from Ducati to pursue factory positions and will be joining forces at Aprilia.

Naturally, Martin might show up proudly displaying the #1 plate, having clinched the MotoGP championship last year.

"Martin emphasized that even though he will never be Aleix Espargaro, he now holds a leadership position and, as the world champion, he is responsible for guiding this Aprilia initiative."

"This involves maintaining a positive connection with my significant other."

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Toto Wolff reignites past tensions with Christian Horner by making a remark about "entitlement." Wolff noted, "Christian didn't say a single word…"

Toto Wolff has reignited discussions regarding the controversial 2021 F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Lewis Hamilton, representing Mercedes, missed the opportunity to secure a historic eighth Formula 1 championship during the closing moments of the season's last race.

The way Michael Masi, the race director, applied the Safety Car rule sparked controversy and allowed Max Verstappen to secure his first championship, marking the beginning of a successful period for Red Bull.

During an appearance on the Armchair Expert podcast, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff criticized Christian Horner's Red Bull team. He noted that, apart from Max Verstappen, no one from the Red Bull side made any statement recognizing that it was a tough day for Mercedes. Wolff pointed out the lack of acknowledgment for Mercedes being worthy champions, despite the day's events not working in their favor.

"Neither Christian nor the team made any comment on that matter, which came across as a sense of entitlement."

Wolff suggests that Mercedes would have approached the situation in an alternative manner.

"We definitely would have mentioned it," he asserted.

Lewis Hamilton was unable to secure a record-breaking F1 championship title. Wolff maintains that the occurrences at the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are still considered some of the most contentious in the history of sports.

"In many sports, it's likely because the referee clearly made a decision that wasn't in line with the official rules," he stated.

"There was no decision to be made; it wasn't mentioned in the rulebook."

Wolff mentioned, "According to a rigid reading of the rule, the cars must unlap themselves and then fall in at the rear."

"[At that point] we secure the championship. It's obvious. There aren't enough laps remaining. The race concludes with the Safety Car still in place."

The alternative scenario is that after the cars have unlapped themselves, there must be one additional lap completed before the race resumes under a green flag. In this case, we would secure the championship title.

"The third scenario is unusual and not according to the rules, yet we might have accepted it. It involves having a green flag lap without a Safety Car. In that case, Lewis would have emerged victorious since there were several cars separating him from the others."

"This wasn't included in the regulations."

Wolff elaborated on Masi's role, stating: "At that point, a decision was made to conclude the championship with a single lap. Allowing only some cars to unlap themselves was unprecedented."

"Each of the drivers earned the title of world champion."

After the conclusion of the 2021 season, Hamilton suggested he might retire.

After coming back, Mercedes endured a challenging and difficult two-year stretch.

Even though Hamilton broke his winless streak at Silverstone last summer, he has gone three years without having a car that consistently competes at the forefront.

This year, he switched from driving for Mercedes to joining Ferrari, with the goal of securing his long-sought-after eighth Formula 1 championship.

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McLaren criticized for missing opportunities in unsuccessful F1 championship attempt

"McLaren is still trying to establish itself"

A former mechanic from McLaren has pointed out the errors made by the team last year that negatively impacted Lando Norris.

In 2024, Norris was unable to surpass Max Verstappen from Red Bull in the race for the F1 drivers’ championship.

He was propelled by the quickest vehicle in Formula 1, with McLaren remarkably surpassing Red Bull in the race for advancements to claim the constructors’ championship.

Marc Priestley, who previously worked as a mechanic for McLaren, believes that the unsuccessful effort to unseat Verstappen is an important milestone in the pursuit of securing the team's first drivers' championship since 1998.

Priestley shared on the Fuelling Around podcast that, based on his own experiences, McLaren's success wasn't purely instinctive or effortless.

"Observers from the outside can see the achievements of Max and Red Bull, similar to what Mercedes accomplished in the past."

"You might wonder why McLaren, now equipped with an excellent car, can't consistently perform at the same level."

"However, you need to gradually work towards that goal."

Red Bull and Max have developed a strong track record marked by immense confidence and self-assurance. This allows them to swiftly and intuitively make decisions during races, often leading to successful outcomes.

"McLaren is in the process of regaining their footing and relearning the art of winning."

"It's odd to mention, but it's accurate: you need to develop the self-assurance required to make quick decisions."

Throughout this season, there have been several instances where McLaren likely missed out on scoring points. This often happened because they might have taken too long to make a decision.

Did mistakes by McLaren impact Lando Norris?

Last season, McLaren's decision not to designate a lead driver faced criticism.

The decision to give equal treatment to both Norris and his teammate Oscar Piastri faced criticism once it was evident that their more seasoned driver had a chance at winning the F1 championship.

The team's self-established Papaya Rules clearly outlined how grand prix victors Norris and Piastri ought to conduct themselves towards one another.

In the second part of the season, the strategy was adjusted to focus on Norris's goal of surpassing Verstappen.

However, their approach was closely examined, revealing errors during multiple stages.

At Silverstone, Norris had been in the lead until the last round of pit stops, when Lewis Hamilton managed to overtake him through a strategic pit maneuver and ultimately secured the victory.

In Brazil, following a 1-2 result in the sprint race, Norris, who started from pole position, ended up in sixth place after Verstappen passed him in the pits. Additionally, McLaren faced criticism for their communication.

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The top five team sponsors in Formula 1 for the year 2025

It is said that Red Bull no longer holds the position of having the single largest sponsor.

According to reports, Ferrari has matched Red Bull in securing lucrative sponsorship deals for their Formula 1 team.

One year prior, Oracle's collaboration with Red Bull was the most significant team sponsorship in the racing circuit.

However, HP's new sponsorship deal with Ferrari has now matched the scale of that significant agreement.

Competitors Ferrari and Red Bull have secured substantial sponsorships in the Formula 1 arena. According to RacingNews365, Ferrari's partnership with HP and Red Bull's agreement with Oracle each hold a value of roughly $100 million annually.

Oracle, a company specializing in computer technology, asserts that during the 2024 season, Oracle Red Bull Racing conducted over 150 billion simulations of race strategies using Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI).

HP, a global tech firm, joined Ferrari last year just in time for Lewis Hamilton's debut as a prominent driver in 2025.

The main sponsor of the renowned Scuderia additionally allows them to provide technology to the Formula 1 team.

According to reports, Aramco is expected to be the third largest sponsor of a team in Formula 1 by 2025, thanks to their collaboration with Aston Martin

Aramco, a government-owned oil firm from Saudi Arabia, is also a sponsor of Formula 1 racing.

The logos of their brand are displayed on the cars driven by Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll, as well as at several racetracks hosting grand prix events.

In the previous year, they became the exclusive title sponsor for the Aston Martin F1 team.

According to reports, Petronas ranks as the fourth largest team sponsor in 2023, thanks to their ongoing partnership with Mercedes.

Petronas, an oil corporation from Malaysia, has become closely associated with Toto Wolff's Formula 1 team.

Stake, known for sponsoring Sauber, is said to rank as the fifth largest team sponsor in 2025.

The Australian firm, which had earlier supported Alfa Romeo, took their involvement up a notch in 2024 by stepping in as Sauber's official title sponsor.

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Jorge Martin identifies the 2025 title contender, and it's likely to stir emotions among fans… The reigning MotoGP champion shares his thoughts on defending his title.

MotoGP titleholder Jorge Martin has pinpointed the frontrunner for the 2025 championship.

However, the individual who secured their first victory in the top category did not choose themselves.

Additionally, he did not choose Marc Marquez, who has a large fan base hoping that his move to MotoGP's top-performing motorcycle might help him in his pursuit of a ninth world championship.

Francesco Bagnaia has been chosen instead.

Martin mentioned to AS that he currently views Pecco as the leading contender, with Marc not far behind.

"However, it's uncertain. I would consider myself among the top three competitors, able to challenge them in certain races, while in others, I might struggle more."

"The key aspect is to make progress and move ahead."

Martin clinched the 2024 championship with the Pramac satellite team, narrowly defeating competitors from the Ducati factory team.

For the second occasion, he was passed over for a factory Ducati position. Instead, the opportunity was awarded to Marquez, who will join forces with Bagnaia to create a strong partnership on the top-tier bikes in 2025.

Martin has relocated to Aprilia, which means he needs to adapt to a different setup as he works to maintain his title.

Martin expressed that he continues to view Ducati as being ahead of other manufacturers and also praised the strong team formed by Pecco and Marc.

Ultimately, the box might contain numerous titles, but it's uncertain.

"MotoGP is defined by different periods of dominance: there has been a time when Yamaha was on top, a period when Honda reigned supreme, and an era where Ducati led the pack. It's uncertain what the next dominant force will be."

Martin claims he harbors no ill feelings towards Ducati following their separation.

"In the end, Ducati provided me with the chance to enter MotoGP and have consistently had faith in me," he mentioned.

"They have provided me with excellent contracts and a highly competitive motorcycle. Particularly in the past two years, I've had access to the same equipment as Pecco and Enea Bastianini, which allowed me to outperform them on the track. This is the most crucial aspect."

Martin is relieved that the worry of ending his career without achieving a championship victory is now behind him.

"I considered it once, but I won't think about it anymore," he stated.

"I was suddenly filled with anxiety thinking, 'Oh no, what if I retire someday without having claimed a world championship title…'"

"It's as if I haven't accomplished what I intended to. It was challenging for me to consider how I would cope with that, but ultimately, I've managed to do it, so it's one less uncertainty to worry about."

"Reflecting on it used to cause me pain, and often, we endure the anguish of anticipation even before events unfold, and occasionally, those fears come true."

"I decided to reverse my thinking, telling myself, 'you will understand it, you will understand it,' and eventually, I did."

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Top-Earning F1 Driver Takes No. 1 Spot

Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen Rank Among Highest-Paid Competitors

Lewis Hamilton is expected to reclaim his position as the top-paid driver in Formula 1 this year.

His transition from Mercedes to Ferrari is expected to elevate him beyond Max Verstappen.

According to a report by Forbes, Hamilton is set to break a "salary record" with his contract with Ferrari for the year 2025.

Charles Leclerc, his new colleague, is set to receive a significant salary increase in 2025, following the contract he signed last year.

Top Earners Among F1 Drivers

For many years, Hamilton dominated the rankings of F1 driver earnings.

Lewis Hamilton's wealth continues to increase thanks to his lucrative endorsement deals and substantial earnings from his racing career.

In the previous year, Max Verstappen from Red Bull, who has a long-term contract with his team, slightly surpassed his salary.

Verstappen earned significantly more than Hamilton due to bonuses he received for winning races and the championship.

In 2025, Hamilton's new contract with Ferrari will bring about significant changes.

The team's dedication to Leclerc indicates that they are heavily investing in their pair of drivers.

McLaren's team includes high-earning drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Sergio Perez, who ranked as the eighth-highest earner last year, will be substituted by Liam Lawson for Red Bull this season.

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"Precarious Equilibrium" When Yamaha Managed Fabio Quartararo and Valentino Rossi

Departing Yamaha Leader Looks Back on Pivotal Choice

Yamaha has looked back on the "challenging period" and the complexities involved in managing both Fabio Quartararo and Valentino Rossi on their roster.

In his last MotoGP season in 2021, Rossi transitioned from the factory team to the Petronas squad.

He stepped aside to allow rising star Quartararo to join the factory Yamaha team, and Quartararo rewarded the company by winning the MotoGP title.

"The choice to bring Fabio onto the Petronas team was primarily made by the Petronas team itself," stated the departing Yamaha leader, Lin Jarvis, in an interview with MotoGP World.

"They took a daring step since they had no risk involved."

"In his debut year, he managed to outperform Franco Morbidelli, leading us to engage in negotiations with him to join the factory team."

"When he joined the factory team, we had to relocate Valentino once more, as he was nearing the conclusion of his career. That was the secondary concern."

However, ultimately, the choice proved to be right, as Fabio immediately excelled with the factory team, securing the top position in his debut year.

"This was a period marked by intriguing events, requiring careful equilibrium, simultaneous occurrences, and thoughtful choices."

According to reports, three years later, Quartararo has become the highest-earning MotoGP racer following the signing of a new extended contract to remain with Yamaha.

This is in spite of the difficulties the manufacturer has faced since winning the championship.

At the last race of the 2022 season, Quartararo was overtaken by Ducati's Pecco Bagnaia, as his motorcycle's performance had already started to decline.

He has gone through two seasons without competing at the forefront, but there is hope that Yamaha can return to its victorious form.

In 2025, Pramac's inclusion as a satellite team will result in twice as many riders on the track, enhancing their capacity to collect data.

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Valentino Rossi experiences a crash but secures a podium finish in the 2025 100km of Champions in Americana

The race in Americana excited Tavullia on Friday evening

On Friday evening, Luca Marini emerged victorious in the Americana race held during Valentino Rossi's yearly gathering in Tavullia.

A lineup of elite motorcycle racers has gathered at Rossi's ranch for a two-day dirt track racing event.

Marini clinched the win in the inaugural race, known as the Americana, which was a swift three-lap circuit of the track.

Journalist Ricard Jove reported that Marini achieved a top lap time of 46:032.

Tras avanzar a través de varias rondas eliminatorias, @Luca_Marini_97 se corona campeón de la carrera Americana de hoy, con @FrankyMorbido12 en segunda posición y @ValeYellow46 asegurando el tercer lugar. Todos los pilotos del podio son miembros de @VRRidersAcademy. La competencia continuará mañana con una extenuante carrera de 100 km.

Franco Morbidelli secured the runner-up position, recording his quickest lap at 46.774.

Rossi secured a spot on the podium with a top time of 46.453.

Lorenzo Baldassarri secured a fourth-place finish, recording his quickest lap at 47.156.

Rossi was poised to secure a second-place finish but a collision in the last turn caused him to drop to third, reports GPOne.

Check out this Instagram update shared by Valentino Rossi (@valeyellow46)

Marini, the standout rider from Honda in the MotoGP, topped the speed charts during Thursday's practice session, and then secured the pole position for the race on Friday.

He also secured victory at the Americana the previous year.

He aims to begin 2025 on a high note, hoping it will invigorate his second season with the Honda factory team, following an unremarkable start.

On the second day of the event at the VR46 ranch in Tavullia, which occurs on Saturday, the 100km of Champions is scheduled to happen.

MotoGP competitors Pedro Acosta, Miguel Oliveira, Pecco Bagnaia, and Enea Bastianini team up with Marini and Morbidelli for the event.

Michael Dunlop and Davey Todd, victors of the Isle of Man TT race, are participating again this year.

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For ten years, James worked as a sports reporter for Sky Sports, where he reported on a variety of sports including American games, soccer, and Formula 1 racing.

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