Breaking News: Aleix Espargaro Officially Retires after MotoGP 2024, Here's the Reason

Liputan6.com, Jakarta – Aleix Espargaro announced that he would retire as a MotoGP racer after the 2024 season. Espargaro stated his intention at a press conference ahead of the 2024 Catalunya MotoGP, Thursday (23/5/2024).

Full of emotion and unable to hold back his tears, Espargaro called his adventure in the World Motorcycle Racing Championship an extraordinary experience.

“There are many racers who have won more races than me. But I always work hard and give my best, I can reach a high level,” said Aleix Espargaro.

“The experience at Aprilia over the last 2-3 years has been very good. That's one of the reasons I want to retire. I want to leave feeling happy.”

“Maybe another racer will let me win the next series,” joked Espargaro, referring to the Catalunya MotoGP which has the status of an occasional race this week.

Signs of Espargaro's resignation were detected with the appearance of a special press conference schedule. This session is usually held if a rider wants to hang up their helmet.

At 34 years old, Espargaro is the oldest racer in MotoGP 2024. His departure will open a vacancy at the Aprilia factory team next season.