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Originally posted by yeti
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Originally posted by Urban996
Ducati need someone experienced to steer them in the right direction at this stage, rather than a youngster high on enthusiasm but lacking experience.
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They've got someone - Capirossi. On his day he can be every bit as fast and hard charging as the other "Rossi". He's been with the team from the start and obviously had a big hand in developing the bike. Leave him where he is and allow a youngster to benefit from his experience, not only of the bike, but winning.
| That sums it up doesn't it? 'On his day'. Don't get me wrong, I like Capirossi, I think he's a great character, great rider, top bloke and all that. But 3 wins in 3 years doesn't seem to me as if they've done a good job of developing the bike. Remembering the first one came after Rossi ran off the circuit, and given another lap or two he would have recovered to win. Also remember the first year, the Desmosedici was a surprise package, and more competitive than anyone could have possibly imagined. What happened the second year? The team lacked direction and got themselves confused with the bike. If Ducati want to win, and win consistently, they need someone to steer them in the right direction, in the same way Rossi/Burgess did for Yamaha. For the record, I'm a big fan of Capirossi, and don't like Gibernau's whingeing and moaning and sulkiness, but if he can help turn the bike into a consistent front runner then I'll settle for that. | 