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Loris Capirossi inducted into MotoGP Hall of Fame

Overview

Loris Capirossi has been officially inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame as a ‘MotoGP Legend’ during the San Marino and Riviera di Rimini Grand Prix at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli. The honor was presented by MotoGP CEO Carmelo Ezpeleta.

Capirossi’s career, which spanned from 1990 to 2011, included three world titles: the 125cc championships in 1990 and 1991, and the 250cc championship in 1998. His 1990 title established him as the youngest Grand Prix world champion in history at 17 years and 165 days.

Across 328 Grand Prix starts, Capirossi achieved 29 victories, 99 podiums, and 41 pole positions. He is one of only five riders to win Grand Prix races with three different manufacturers: Honda, Yamaha, and Ducati. He also secured Ducati’s first-ever premier class victory at the 2003 Catalan Grand Prix.

Capirossi currently serves as a Safety Advisor for Dorna Sports and represents the organization within the MotoGP Race Direction.

Entities

MotoGP · Loris Capirossi · Misano · Ducati · Carmelo Ezpeleta

Timeline

  1. about 12 hours ago

    [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Loris Capirossi inducted into MotoGP Hall of Fame

    Loris Capirossi has been inducted into the MotoGP Hall of Fame as a ‘MotoGP Legend’ at Misano, honoring his three world titles and record-breaking career.

  2. 3 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Loris Capirossi named MotoGP Legend at Misano

    Loris Capirossi has been named a MotoGP Legend in Misano, honoring his career which includes three world championships and the record for the youngest world champion in history.

  3. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Loris Capirossi to be named MotoGP Legend at Misano

    Loris Capirossi will be honored as a ‘MotoGP Legend’ during a ceremony at the Misano Grand Prix, recognizing his multiple world titles and historic contributions to the sport.

Sources

auto-moto.com · days-of-wonder.com · ihotell.com · motorsport.com · motosport.com.pt · nusantara.media · riminitoday.it · terra.com.br

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