The Autodromo Internazionale del Mugello is the quintessence of passion in motorcycle racing and will be host of the eighth round of the 2022 MotoGP World Championship this weekend. The iconic venue north-east of Florence embedded in the beautiful countryside of Tuscany is a favorite for teams, riders and fans likewise and always spreads a special atmosphere.
For WithU Yamaha RNF MotoGP Team’s Andrea Dovizioso the Italian Grand Prix is even more unique and important. The Italian urgently wants to do well this weekend, where he celebrated a lot of success and even debuted in the 125cc class back in 2001. Following a difficult start of the season, Dovizioso aims to turn fortunes around on home soil.
Once again, he’ll have to tackle the 5.2-kilometer track for the first time aboard the Yamaha YZR-M1, but is excited to hit the tarmac once Free Practice one starts at 09.55 local time on Friday.
Andrea Dovizioso #04
“Mugello is the most important race for all the Italian riders and the feeling to be there and to race there is always very special. Therefore, it will be important to make a good result. I expect a lot of people, so I’m sure it will be a wonderful weekend!”