RiderTua.com – Carmelo Ezpeleta has Valentino Rossi to thank… Oscar Haro, former LCR Honda manager, talks about MotoGP’s glorious past, Dorna’s excellence and, most importantly, the figure of Valentino Rossi. MotoGP experienced one of the most interesting news after Valentino Rossi’s farewell. Furthermore, other exciting news is that two-time world champion Pecco Bagnaia has been defeated (temporarily) by his partner Jorge Martin, Marc Marquez is back in the limelight with Ducati, the progress of satellite teams, a racer market that will soon offer a big surprise. And again the entry of Liberty Media and new technical regulations which will take effect in three years…
Carmelo Ezpeleta Must Thank Valentino Rossi
Oscar Haro, one of the most important figures in the world of motorbike racing until several years ago, never stopped following developments in MotoGP from within. In recent years, there has been some criticism of Dorna’s performances in general, especially after Valentino Rossi’s farewell which led to a loss of spectators. First changes in regulations, now financial market movements, this Spanish company has proven to be keeping up with the times. “This new market is very interesting for Dorna… He (Carmelo Ezpeleta) is doing an extraordinary job, but he is very lucky to meet a racer like Valentino Rossi. He is always developing and always helps in the field of sport, especially in terms of safety,” said Oscar Haro ..
The past has an inseparable connection, especially thanks to two figures who have made premier class a popular, modern, exciting sport, capable of attracting the attention of people of all age groups and genders. “Valentino and Carmelo did an extraordinary job… Valentino always thinks intelligently about the championship. Not only in his racing career, but also in how to make it interesting.”
Now the focus has shifted to the digital era and the need to adapt to new audiences. Oscar Haro recognizes the importance of understanding and working with the younger generation. “Programs like this and programs like the one I do here in Spain with all its YouTubers… this is a new generation that needs to understand,” he said.
