Franco Morbidelli
Franco Morbidelli is amongst the most recognisable names in MotoGP™, with the Italian achieving plenty of on track success. A Moto2™ World Champion in 2017, Morbidelli made the step up to the premier class in 2018 and taken three victories and three more podiums in that time, even claiming second in the Championship in 2020. Now riding with Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP™ Team, you can keep up to date with all his latest news here!
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Word on the Grid: Rider reaction to the Tissot Sprint!
A handful of stars reflect on a dramatic Sprint, calling it 'bittersweet', 'incredible' and 'fun' after a wild Saturday at Jerez.
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2025 Spanish GP Press Conference: M. Marquez, A. Marquez, Bagnaia and Morbidelli
Four of the standout riders of the season so far look ahead to the weekend in Jerez as the sport returns to Europe
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UNSEEN: "Our time will arrive"
Enjoy the post-race conversations, celebrations and penalty reaction with Viñales, Tech3, Bagnaia and Morbidelli following the Qatar GP
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Morbidelli earns Best Take Off honours in Qatar
The Italian enjoyed a lightning start from P4 on the grid, capitalising on early drama to claim the Qatar Airways Best Take Off award
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Morbidelli takes P3, praises Viñales and the impact of Rossi
The Italian was belatedly awarded the final podium place in front of the boss as KTM's Viñales fell foul of the tyre pressure rules
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UNHEARD: "You get sillier by the day, man!"
Join the Marquez brothers and Franco Morbidelli after yet another one-two in Qatar, as they are whisked away to the podium celebrations
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The battle for bronze: trio of riders reflect on last lap dash
It was Morbidelli vs Aldeguer vs Quartararo for the final podium place in the Qatar Sprint
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MotoGP™ VIDEOPASS
HIGHLIGHTS: Morbidelli shines in the desert as Martin returns
The Italian broke the Marquez family stranglehold on 2025 Practice sessions with a sizzling lap time, while the World Champion returned to action
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"Everything came alive!" - Morbidelli takes Friday P1
It wasn't the perfect day for the Italian, but he has set the benchmark in Qatar for the pack to chase ahead of QP
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"Good mojo" fuels VR46 duo on an eventful Friday at COTA
With one chance at Q2, Diggia and Morbidelli turned a successful Friday into a springboard for Sunday's Grand Prix
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UNSEEN: Morbidelli brings samba back to Parc Ferme!
1414 days after his last, the VR46 bagged a podium in Argentina much to the delight of his team!
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One year to go! The countdown to Brazil begins
Home to Wonders of the World, Samba and Carnaval, Brazil is ready to welcome MotoGP back to its shores in 2026
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"Thank you to Marc for recognising my father" - Pablo Nieto
With Angel Nieto's record matched in Argentina, the VR46 Team Manager felt emotional while his team celebrated a memorable day
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"For four years, we hung on tight" - Morbidelli has his mojo back
The VR46 rider surged from the third row with a soft tyre to his first podium since 2021 at the Argentina GP
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REACTION: Bagnaia and Morbidelli reflect on late clash
The #63 was frustrated after several incidents at the end of Friday practice, while Morbidelli apologised for his role and received a Sunday penalty
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WATCH: Bagnaia fumes as close call on track costs him Q2 place
The Ducati rider was in pursuit of a last-ditch effort to climb into the Practice top 10 but was foiled by his old VR46 friend Franco Morbidelli
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Rejuvenated Morbidelli snags P1: "It's fantastic for me"
It looks a massive weight has been lifted off the shoulders of the Italian as he produced a brilliant testing performance on Thursday
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VR46 unveil new colours with an extra touch of Rossi
Diggia and Morbidelli's machines for 2025 break cover, with a few extra 46 details added in this season
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Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team Presentation 2025
Enjoy the full show from Jakarta, Indonesia as Fabio Di Giannantonio and Franco Morbidelli launch their campaigns!
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HUNGRY FOR SUCCESS: Morbidelli outlines 2025 goals
A new home for the year ahead, Franco Morbidelli dons new colours with added motivation
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Trivia time! Franco Morbidelli puts his quiz skills to the test
The Prima Pramac Racing rider tests his knowledge in our MotoGP™ themed trivia quiz
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High drama as Martin and Bagnaia almost collide, Morbidelli and Acosta do!
There are early fireworks in Misano as the Championship top two went wheel-to-wheel for the lead while the GASGAS Tech3 rookie lost some aero
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WATCH: M. Marquez and Morbidelli collide at lights out!
A poor start left the eight-time World Champion in a whole lot of trouble, and he and the Italian went wide at the opening corner
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VR46 boss welcomes Morbidelli to the fold for 2025
Pablo Nieto, Team Manager, offered a fitness update on Fabio Di Giannantonio before reflecting on the deal to bring Franco Morbidelli to the team next season
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"It's very special for me" - Morbidelli celebrates VR46 deal with Friday P2
After confirming his return to Valentino Rossi's charges, the Italian went out and posted the second-fastest time in Austria
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"That sounds awesome!" - Morbidelli plays up VR46 links
The Italian has yet to be officially announced on the 2025 grid, but a move back to the VR46 academy now seems inevitable after Davide Tardozzi's comments
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WATCH: M. Marquez and Morbidelli collide on track!
The eight-time World Champion looked to capitalise on the Italian running wide, but the two made contact on the cutback
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Is Morbidelli enticed by the prospect of the Yamaha-Pramac project?
The Italian rider makes his first remarks on the agreement reached between his current team and former factory
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Italians talk potential Aprilia switch: "It could be a great choice"
Hear from Bastianini, Bezzecchi, Di Giannantonio and Morbidelli as they assess the vacant factory Aprilia seat for 2025
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The reason Morbidelli was handed a LLP in the Tissot Sprint
The Italian was involved in an opening lap clash with Alex Marquez, which drew the wrath of the stewards during the Sprint
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Morbidelli: "I'm planning on doing very good things on this bike"
The Italian chats about his difficult pre-season and what he expects from 2024 as he dons his new leathers in Bahrain
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"I'm excited to jump on the bike as soon as possible" - Morbidelli
The Italian rues the 5 days of testing he'll miss following his crash in Portimao, but is grateful to the Marquez brothers for "doing the right thing"
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FIRST THOUGHTS: Ducati and Yamaha newboys talk Valencia Test
Franco Morbidelli, Alex Rins and Fabio Di Giannantonio reflect on their first day in new jobs
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"His reaction was silly" - Morbidelli
The Italian rider recounts the series of unfortunate events that led to the altercation with Aleix Espargaro, and brands the stewards decision "unwise"
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WATCH: Aleix Espargaro & Morbidelli clash in FP2
Tempers flared between the Aprilia and Yamaha riders in the opening MotoGP™ session of the day
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M. Marquez finishes Q1 in the gravel after cat & mouse with Morbidelli
The eight-time World Champion was in search of a tow from the Yamaha rider, but the visibly frustrated Italian was having none of it in Malaysia
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The Thai GP kicks into gear as MotoGP™ hits Bangkok
A whole of host of premier class stars were joined by local favourites to help build the hype towards the action this weekend at Buriram
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Morbidelli on Pramac switch: "It's time to prove what I'm capable of"
The Italian is excited for the opportunity that awaits him aboard a factory Ducati as his switch to Prima Pramac Racing was confirmed during the week
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Quartararo and Morbidelli get the party started at Yamaha Motor India
Both riders were given the superstar treatment by local fans who turned up in their droves to welcome the duo to India
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Spice up your life: Morbidelli takes on Indian curry challenge
Can one of the grid's most cool, calm and collected riders handle the heat of some of India's famous curries?
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"It looks as bad as it is" - Yamaha left searching for answers
Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli reflect on a poor Friday in Catalunya, where they join the Hondas at the bottom of the timesheets
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Morbidelli on remaining Ducati seats: "I have my preference"
With Bezzecchi staying at VR46, the Italian has revealed his preferred potential Ducati destination for 2024 - Gresini or Prima Pramac?
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Franky says relax! Morbidelli urges patience amid Pramac links
The Italian is one of the hottest properties on the rider market, and a move to one of the vacant Ducati seats has been mooted
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Jarvis on 2023 so far: "Fabio has been quite rightly frustrated"
Yamaha’s Managing Director, Lin Jarvis, assesses why it’s been such a tricky campaign so far in 2023 for the Iwata factory
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Press Conference 2: Quartararo, Marquez, Pol Espargaro, Morbidelli & Dixon
The riders take to the stage to look ahead to the British GP
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"Franco deserves a better opportunity" – Bagnaia
The reigning Champion shares his thoughts on his compatriot's contract situation & why he thinks Morbidelli is still one of the strongest riders
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Lin Jarvis: "It was time to make a change"
Yamaha's Managing Director talks openly about Morbidelli’s exit at the end of 2023 and what qualities Rins will bring to the team in 2024
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Will Morbidelli's Yamaha exit affect Bezzecchi's future?
The Mooney VR46 rider discusses the possible impact his compatriot’s news could have on his own future ahead of play resuming at Silverstone
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Morbidelli on potential 2024 ride: "I can't go into detail yet"
The Italian discusses why he & Yamaha are parting ways at the end of 2023 & sheds light on the possibility of him staying in MotoGP™ in 2024
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Morbidelli: "We've always had a Plan B & C for MotoGP"
Out of contract at the end of the season, the Yamaha rider has failed to quash rumours linking him with a potential switch to the VR46 team
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Morbidelli: Who says I want another year at Yamaha?
The Italian finished ahead of teammate Quartararo, but he has cast doubt on his Yamaha future post-race with his contract expiring in 2023
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In Conversation With… Franco Morbidelli
At the forefront of silly season rumours, the Italian remains resolute despite an expiring contract and mounting pressure on his seat
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A resurgent Morbidelli: "I want this feeling in Austin"
He may be disappointed after "smelling" two podiums, but the Yamaha star leaves Argentina buoyed by a return to the sharp end in Argentina
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"Me and Quartararo need to work together" – Morbidelli
A resurgent Italian explains how he and his teammate need to join forces to try help Yamaha bridge the gap to the leading manufacturers
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"We've a good feeling" - Morbidelli Yamaha's bright spot
The Italian will compete in Q2 after a positive start in Argentina, but he still holds concerns over the M1's performance with new tyres
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Yamaha: "Fundamental" for Morbidelli to show his speed
Monster Energy Yamaha Team Director Massimo Meregalli chats about the Italian's 2023 pre-season challenges
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Double LLP tarnishes Morbidelli's season best qualifying
The Italian will launch from P7 on the grid, but FP3 infringements mean he will have to go through the penalty loop twice on Sunday
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FREE: Bagnaia, M. Marquez frustrated with Morbidelli in FP3
The World Championship leader and Marc Marquez were forced to sit up and out of fast laps with the Italian cruising on an out-lap
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How well do you know your teammate? Quartararo vs Morbidelli
They've been teammates in two different teams in the top class. Time to put Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli to the test!
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A double LLP and a crash gives Morbidelli a Sunday to forget
The factory Yamaha rider had a miserable outing in Assen as he failed to record points for the fourth time this season
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Why has Franco Morbidelli received a long lap penalty?
The Yamaha rider was caught riding slowly on the racing line twice, one of which got in the way of an Enea Bastianini flying lap
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A. Espargaro furious with Morbidelli who denies him history
To make matters worse for the Aprilia man, Pecco Bagnaia went on to record the first-ever 1:19 lap around the Sachsenring moments later
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Yamaha try different swingarms in search of rear grip
Hear the thoughts of World Champion Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli following Monday's Barcelona Test
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In conversation with… Franco Morbidelli
The Yamaha rider reveals why he's scared for his future in MotoGP™ and the reasons he hasn't quite gelled with the latest spec M1
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Morbidelli: I'm not in a position to demand more from Yamaha
After teammate Fabio Quartararo's strong words on Sunday, the Italian believes he must look internally to solve his on track issues
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Morbidelli: I'll be at Yamaha in 2023 and then let's see
The Italian believes there is no threat to his immediate future with both Suzuki riders looking to secure a seat for next season
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Morbidelli admits fault after being handed grid penalty
Hitting the deck in Q2, a tough afternoon got tougher for the Yamaha rider after he was handed a three-place grid penalty in Sunday's race
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Morbidelli's ability to adapt key to Friday turnaround
The Italian feels that he and Yamaha have coped well with changing track conditions after playing his part in securing a Yamaha one-two
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"Nothing wrong, that's the problem" - Yamaha struggle in Q2
Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli were left despondent after their Qatar woes continued during Saturday's qualifying at Lusail
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Morbidelli: We've to dig deep to stay with Honda and Suzuki
The Italian was encouraged by his top five finish and top speed but is worried by the pace shown by his rivals on Day 1 in Qatar
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End of term report: Maio Meregalli reflects on Yamaha's 2021
Despite a Championship winning campaign, the Iwata factory's Team Director reckons there are improvements to be made ahead of next season
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Morbidelli's "smooth riding style" makes him the standout M1
The Italian was Yamaha's only representative in Q2 at Misano, and he and Andrea Dovizioso reflect on what made him so successful
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"I've missed it" - Morbidelli eager to make Misano comeback
Having missed out on the last five rounds due to injury, the Yamaha rider cannot wait to get back on the tarmac at a track he loves
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A new chapter starts: Morbidelli ready for the big stage
The Italian was confirmed as a factory Yamaha rider until 2023 and is pleased to be reunited with Fabio Quartararo in the factory colours
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Will Ramon Forcada and Morbidelli team up once again?
Remaining with Petronas SRT for the time being, the Italian offers an update on if his usual Crew Chief will join him in his new garage soon
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Morbidelli climbs off the stretcher to try salvage a point
A knee injury for last year's runner-up forced two of his team to push him all the way down pitlane in a monumental effort
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The 7-Second Challenge with Rossi and Morbidelli
Who will win the 7-Second Challenge? Valentino Rossi or Franco Morbidelli?
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Morbidelli's 2020 feeling returns with positive fourth place
Last year's runner-up has put his Qatar nightmare behind him and is confident he's back to his best ahead of Jerez
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Morbidelli's mechanical woes continue in Doha
It has been a less than ideal start to the weekend for the Petronas SRT rider as his M1 continues to be plagued with technical problems
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Morbidelli miffed as he and Rossi struggle
The 21 rued pre-race technical problems which cost him dearly, while The Doctor struggled with his rear tyre on a poor day for Petronas SRT