Perchè STONER ha SFANCUL4TO la MOTOGP? 🤬

Summary

The video analyzes why talented MotoGP rider Casey Stoner retired at just 27 years old in 2012, when he was at the peak of his career. It explores how despite being a phenomenal rider, Stoner struggled with the limelight, longed to return to his Australian roots, and hated how commercial interests were changing MotoGP's essence. The constant media demands, paddock politics, and sport's shift toward entertainment over racing drained his passion. Leaving preserved his love of motorbikes, rather than risk growing to despise them.

Takeaways

• 😞 Casey Stoner retired early due to his discomfort with fame and media attention
• 😤 Stoner was unhappy with the increasing commercialization and rule changes in MotoGP
• 🏍 Stoner's talent is often compared to Marc Marquez's, but they never raced together
• 👪 Stoner's family made big sacrifices trying to support his career
• 🛑 Stoner stopped racing for 3 races in 2009, causing friction with Ducati
• 😠 Stoner felt betrayed when Ducati courted Jorge Lorenzo during his absence
• 🎣 Stoner loved simpler pleasures like fishing in nature over fame and fortune
• 😫 The constant travel and time abroad was difficult for the Australia-based Stoner
• 😇 Stoner stayed loyal to companies and people who supported him
• 👶 The birth of his daughter and Marco Simoncelli's death influenced his retirement

Q & A

Why did Casey Stoner retire at such a young age?

Stoner retired at age 27 because he was unhappy with the increasing commercialization and rule changes in MotoGP. He no longer enjoyed riding at the top level due to the pressure and spotlight.

What were Casey Stoner's main reasons for retiring early?

Stoner's main reasons were: 1) Dislike of media attention and promotional duties 2) Missing home and Australia 3) Lack of loyalty and increased business interests in MotoGP paddock 4) Rule changes he disagreed with like reduced engine size.

How did Ducati react when Stoner took a break in 2009?

Ducati started looking at other riders like Jorge Lorenzo when Stoner took a break in 2009 due to illness. This hurt Stoner and made him feel abandoned.

What was unique about Casey Stoner's riding style?

Stoner had a very distinctive riding style, managing the bike with the rear brake instead of the front. He disliked the increased use of electronics in MotoGP.

How did Stoner feel about fashion photoshoots and publicity?

Stoner hated photoshoots and fashion publicity. He found it meaningless and preferred his simple, comfortable clothes over high fashion.

What was Stoner's relationship with his home country Australia?

Stoner had a deep connection to the Australian landscape and lifestyle. He missed home after moving abroad to race as a teenager.

How did Stoner react to Marco Simoncelli's death in 2011?

Simoncelli's death and the birth of Stoner's daughter in 2012 contributed to his decision to retire and leave the dangers of racing.

What offer did Honda make to Stoner in 2012 to stay?

Honda offered Stoner an exorbitant 1-year contract in 2013, doubling his salary, but he still refused to continue racing.

Why did Stoner dislike the transition from 1000cc to 800cc engines?

Stoner felt the 800cc regulation was pointless and drove manufacturers away, leaving only 12 bikes on the MotoGP grid.

What did Stoner say about continuing to race in a recent interview?

In a recent interview, Stoner said 'If I had continued any longer, I would have begun to hate the bike'.