MotoGP – Reasons for Stoner’s withdrawal and reactions from the paddock –

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The reasons for Stoner’s withdrawal and the reactions from the paddock

MotoGP - Reasons for Stoner's withdrawal and reactions from the paddock -

Casey Stoner announced his intention to quit the Moto GP World Championship at the end of the 2012 season yesterday afternoon, during the French Motorcycle Grand Prix press conference (read MNC of May 17, 2012: Stoner withdraws from Grands Prix at the end of 2012).

Casey Stoner announced his intention to quit the Moto GP World Championship at the end of the 2012 season yesterday afternoon, during the French Motorcycle Grand Prix press conference (read).

Reasons for Stoner’s withdrawal

Like, Casey Stoner stops his career at the height of his glory because he intends to enjoy life, his family and his loved ones. At the end of the 2012 season, the defending champion will retire to his farm in Australia and indulge in the outdoor activities he enjoys so much..

In his explanations, the Australian also lambasted the face of MotoGP which no longer corresponds to the "championship in which I have always wanted to race", said the leader of the provisional.. Taking on the organizers of the GPs whom he accuses of constantly changing the regulations and the establishment of the CRTs, Stoner was also very critical of all those who doubted him in 2009, when he missed several races due to her lactose allergy.

 "The fact that no one is listening to me on this topic adds to many, many things that have grown in importance over time," said Stoner, who also accused the media of being too critical of the championship..

"People don’t realize they are wrecking the championship by doing this: they say races are boring, but if you go back you will find the same type of races," Stoner says, targeting anyone who accuses him of killing. the spectacle by dominating the GPs of the helmet and the shoulders … Exactly as had done before him his compatriot Mike Doohan when he was driving at Honda-Repsol !

"More high-quality bikes are needed on the track so that riders like Randy (de Puniet, NDRL) can race at the level they deserve to be and not so far behind," added the Australian for whom MotoGP must remain a category opposing prototypes. "They are racing past twelfth position and have no chance to come close to the factory bikes. This year this championship is cut in half", accuses the defending champion.

Assuring that he would give himself "at 110%" during the rest of the season "because otherwise it would not be correct for Honda and my team", the n ° 1 certified that the birth of his daughter Alessandra was not the trigger for his decision, even if it helped "make it easier". Likewise, the HRC official said that if he had enjoyed his V8 Supercar tests in Australia (read), he would not attempt a conversion there "in the near future"..

"I love motorcycles, it’s my whole life and if I continue, I’m afraid of completely losing my passion for them and not wanting to approach one for ten years. It scares me", concluded the youngster man with emotion.

At only 26 years old, the big favorite to his own succession to the world title ends a career which currently has two top category titles in order to devote himself to his family (his wife Adriana gave birth to their first child in February, but also because he admits to having lost his passion for his sport (see box opposite)…

Site has listed the first reactions of pilots, team managers and various players in the small world of motorcycle racing.

Jorge Lorenzo (Yamaha Factory): "It is a surprise to me and to everyone. I did not expect it. I had heard the rumors and I knew it was possible, but I thought he would continue there ‘next year. Now that he has confirmed it to us, I don’t think this is good news for MotoGP but his decision is to live with his family and we have to respect her ".

Cal crutchlow (Yamaha Tech 3): "Following his announcement, maybe Casey can slow down a bit and give me a place in the Top 3! These three (Stoner, Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa, NDLR) never do error. Maybe we need to change what they eat the night before the race "…

Valentino rossi (Ducati): “Yes, that‘s a big surprise. I think it’s bad news for MotoGP because at the end of the season we will lose one of the best riders and a great rival. But It’s his choice. For my part, I have a hard time understanding where these rumors that announce my retirement are coming from because I never talk about them. I want to race in MotoGP for at least two more years. ".

Sebastien charpentier (double Supersport world champion): "What a pity to see him leave so early! With the talent he possesses, it is a decision that must not have been easy to make. And even if he is currently crushing the MotoGP, I don’t think his departure is a good thing for the championship ".

Davide Brivio (Valentino Rossi’s team manager): "I’m surprised like everyone else by Casey‘s announcement, although he always said he would retire early. This is not good news for the championship, nor for motorcycle sport in general, but it is his choice and we must respect him ". 

Carl Fogarty (four-time Superbike World Champion): "I am shocked by this news that Casey will be retiring at the end of 2012. What an amazing rider! It’s sad, he will be missed.".

Shuhei Nakamoto (HRC vice president): "His announcement came as no surprise. By all means, we tried to convince him to think again, but it was useless. We respect his choice.".  

Randy from Puniet (Aspar – CRT): "I have great respect for his decision, because he is in top form and could have continued to win for a few more seasons. At the moment he is the most fast, the most complete, so his departure will obviously be a game-changer in the championship. Will he come back in the future? I don’t know. But he hasn’t announced that he wants to retire some time to breathe, but although he was retiring… "

Other reactions to follow on Site: stay tuned !

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