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That would be a sick burn if Aprilia goes w Mav over Dovi. But I think this is more of a bluff by Mav to light a fire under Yamaha. Vinales doesn’t have the mental fortitude to ride a sub-standard bike. Just look at his demeanor after the Assen race. Aprilia isn’t known for cultivating riders.

I don’t think Dovi is out of the game just yet. He would be a great pick up for an independent team (SRT or Tech3). Either of these bikes would suit is riding style. If he doesn’t get a ride this year then I can see him calling it quits in GP.
 
Paul G said:
What are you serious? I love MotoGP, but the paddock gossip is hilarious. All these grown men commenting like a bunch of schoolgirls over their pin ups.
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Ah, I think I understand - it’s not the behind-the-scenes drama you find upsetting, it’s the discussion about the drama…

that you’re discussing.
 
upsetting is your word about my comment about the gossip, speculation and the focus on personality cults. The racing is sublime. Trust you enjoy the display of riding skill as much as I do .
 
AHahaaaa Ya.
I think we all know it's not all just about riding and the incredible design / tech that we see on TV. There's a lot to guess about behind the scenes that makes winners.
Is it different in any sport? I don't really follow any other sport.

Paul G said:
What are you serious? I love MotoGP, but the paddock gossip is hilarious. All these grown men commenting like a bunch of schoolgirls over their pin ups
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I think the American riders don’t have the killer mean streak to do well in MotoGP or Moto2, in the sanguine days of Rainey, Lawson, Schwartz and Robert’s….they hated each other and just went at it. The last American with that attitude was Spies, I think they way Mladin totally kept screwing with him in the AMA, toughened him up and gave him that mean streak, that led to his WSB championship in his rookie season. Foggy did the same thing to Colin, totally kept going after him till he won. Gerloff seems to be getting there though.
 

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