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Luca Cadalora, former coach of Valentino Rossi: “He invited me to Tavullia and showed me the VR46. A week later he called me and said: ‘I’ve come up with something, come and talk to me’. We tested it at the first test at Phillip Island.”
Former Italian rider Luca Cadalora, who competed in the highest category of the motorcycle world championship (500cc from 1993 to 2000) for eight seasons, became the 125cc world champion with Garelli in 1986, and won twice in the 250cc with Honda (1991 and 1992), looked back on his time as Valentino Rossi’s coach in an interview with Moto.it. “I was away from the world for a long time, practically 15 years, from 1999 to 2000. I always followed racing and never lacked passion. I returned to Valentino and Yamaha on an adventure as a coach, and it was a great experience,” he explains.
Coaches are becoming increasingly common in the World Championship pits, with many drivers opting for personal support. The last to do so was Maverick Vinales, who began working with five-time world champions like Jorge Lorenzo. “Beautiful couple, I really want to meet them. I know them both and I think they are brave. I will be interested to see how it turns out. They are both big and very strong drivers. It’s a bit of a crazy combination, but we’ll see,” says Cadalora.
The Italian recalls that the collaboration with Rossi began “in the winter of 2015-2016″. “We met at the circuit in Misano. He was training and I was riding the bike. We started talking about bikes. He tested the Yamaha R1 he had prepared for the circuit, and then the VR46. A week later he called me and said, “I’ve come up with something, come and tell me.” We tested it at the first Phillip Island test and we both said, “Let’s try it first, and if we like it, we’ll continue.” It was a great experience, a great three years.
During that time, Cadalora accompanied Rossi to all his races. “If I had thought after the first year that it wouldn’t do me any good, I wouldn’t have continued. It was something useful for him and I was happy. Former drivers find satisfaction in helping other drivers, especially if they’re a champion like him,” he says.
As for whether it would have been easy for him to point out his mistakes to the nine-time world champion, he admitted, “Not at all.” “Sometimes there are circuits that have certain challenges and you have to remember them. For example, at Phillip Island there is a curve after a right-hand drop that has very specific characteristics. Being reminded of what to do there can make a difference.”
After three seasons, it was Cadalora who ended their professional relationship. “It was me. My daughters are teenagers and growing and I thought it was important for them to spend more time at home. That had a big influence on my decision,” he concludes.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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The Red Bull Formula 1 team, which has used Honda engines in the past seasons, will switch to its own engines in cooperation with Ford as of 2026.
Bulls boss Laurent Mekies hopes the engines can compete with traditional manufacturers Mercedes and Ferrari.
“It must be madness to start producing your own engines. Only Red Bull can get involved and start producing their own engines when their competitors have been doing this for 90 years. Tough months are ahead and it’s hard to hope that we’ll come up with a top-level engine right away.”
“But I am proud of our partnership with Ford. We will have a difficult start, but we will see,” Mekis said.
F1 will have new regulations on engines and aerodynamics from the 2026 season.
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wayne rooneythe legend of manchester unitedI would like to join the coaching staff of michael carrickYes, as everything indicates, the former midfielder will be hired as the new interim coach of the Old Trafford team this week.
After dismissal Ruben Amorim Last week, United opted to bring in a temporary coach until the end of the season. Darren Fletcher, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, CarrickNaturally, the Manchenian club chose the latter.
Considering the impending arrival of the former midfielder, who had already served as interim player after the sacking of the manager. solskjaer In 2021, looney is positioning itself as one of the potential English assistants.
“Of course, I will accept without hesitation,” he said. looney On the UK BBC Network. Since his departure, “I’m not begging for the job, but if I was offered it I would take it. The most important thing now is to hire a coach.” Amorimhe united tied with him leeds united They were then eliminated from the FA Cup by Brighton.
“Nare” Michael, or Fletcher, or John O’Shea Whoever it is, it has to be someone who knows the club. Having someone who knows the club well, cares about the club and knows what it takes to be a player for the club. manchester united. “That’s what’s needed,” he added. looney.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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A few days ago we talked about the strong interest from England, particularly Birmingham. conor gallagherAtlético Madrid player. he Aston Villa of Unai Emery He wanted the Colchonero midfielder to strengthen his perimeter in the winter market.
However, in addition to this team, tottenham and manchester united They also asked the Englishman, number 13 in the Red and White team, about his minutes played so far this season. There are many candidates for his possible departure, but this does not make Atletico Madrid “uneasy”.
And at Metropolitano they have made it clear that they have no intention of making any concessions. gallagher. As we have said for some time, they will only accept loans if they include a mandatory purchase at the end of the course (which is what English clubs are looking for). In addition, with an amount close to the 40 million euros that Atlético paid in 2024, chelsea For soccer players.
In recent hours, journalists have said: Matteo Moretto or Fabrizio Romano They have assured Aston Villa are intensifying negotiations for his signature. gallagherwhile Mattress Entity assures us that there are no open operations with any indication of impending closure. Fellow journalist Ben Jacobs has suggested that Atletico would be willing to let the player go for just over 30 million euros, which would include a few extra kilos in rental fees.
What is clear is that in the UK they are of great interest. gallagher. His qualities are highly valued on the island, something that is repeated in each transfer window. Furthermore, with this year’s World Cup around the corner, the midfielder could decide to leave to become a permanent player with one of these teams and be chosen as England manager again. thomas tuchelwas not considered in the previous call.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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