Andrea Migno (Sky Racing Team VR46) is to stay with Valentino Rossi (Movistar Yamaha MotoGP) supported Sky Racing Team VR46 in Moto3™ in 2017, as the Italian has signed up for another year in the lower category onboard the KTM machine run by the Italian outfit. Migno, who had his first podium finish at the Dutch GP in Assen earlier in 2016, is a regular points scorer and will be looking to consolidate his promise as his Moto3™ career continues.
Andrea Migno: "To be able to continue growing with Sky Racing Team VR46 is something that makes me incredibly happy. In the last two years I've been able to grow a lot thank you to the effort and professionalism that everyone has shown me. I'm so happy to be able to attack next season to the maximum with the VR46 Riders Academy, who have always supported me, and in this team - who are like a family to me."
Pablo Nieto, Team Manager: "After having announced our redoubled efforts with the move into the intermediate category, now we are happy to announce that Andrea Migno, together with Nicolo Bulega, will remain in the team in Moto3™ in 2017. Last year we decided to invest in his talent and ability to welcome him into the team. In little more than a season, thank you to his efforts and everyone's hard work, we got onto the podium in Assen. The objective has had since its birth in 2014 is to help young Italian talents, so we are very happy to continue supporting Migno's progression. Andrea's real talent is his hardworking attitude, and we are proud to enter another season with him in the team."