Randy Mamola, who is four-time MotoGP vice-champion, will be designated MotoGP Legend this season. Specifically in Grand Prix of Americas in Austin, Texas.
Mamola begins his career in 1979, achieving podiums in 250cc and 500cc. In this category, Mamola won 13 Grand Prix and he obtained 54 podiums. Finally american driver became MotoGP vice-champion in four season: 1980, 2981, 1984 and 1987. Furthermore he was 3rd in 1983 and 6th in 1985.
Mamola commented: “I didn’t expect it, but it has been a nice surprise begin the day by this way. When I told my wife and my son they congratulated me but then… Oh no! Now we will have to live with a legend. I have been in the paddock for 39 years. I have seen a lot of things since I was 19 and it’s an honor for me to be a part of this group of drivers who have a high level. I think I am the first legend who is not a MotoGP champion. I am very excited to receive this award in Texas, with my family and friends. I hope to return this with more work as ambassador; spreading and supporting this sport.
Momola will join this excellent group of drivers who are MotoGP Legend: Giacomo Agostini, Mick Doohan, Geoff Duke, Wayne Gardner, Mike Hailwood, Daijiro Kato, Eddie Lawson, Anton Mang, Ángel Nieto, Wayne Rainey, Phil Read, Jim Redman, Kenny Roberts, Jarno Saarinen, Kevin Schwantz, Barry Sheene, Marco Simoncelli, Freddie Spencer, Casey Stoner, John Surtees, Carlo Ubbiali, Álex Crivillé, Franco Uncini, Marco Lucchinelli and the last one Nicky Hayden.