Yamaha’s ‘El Diablo’, ‘Franky’ now in PH

Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli

Great news for MotoGP fans in the Philippines: Fabio Quartararo (also known as “El Diablo”) and Franco “Franky” Morbidelli have arrived in the country.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

  • What event in the Philippines can the public see Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli?

    The two MotoGP riders will be seen tomorrow at the Clark International Speedway for "The Apex Arrival" event.
  • What Yamaha models will be showcased at the event?

    The Yamaha Aerox 155, Sniper 155 and YZF-R3 will be seen at the event tomorrow.
  • The two world-renowned riders have officially reached Philippine shores Friday morning to grace the event tomorrow known as “The Apex Arrival” event at the Clark International Speedway.

    YMPH The Apex Arrival

    Aside from meeting its local fans, YMPH said that the presence of the two riders are expected to boost the morale of the local riders under Yamaha Motor Philippines (YMPH) namely McKinley Kyle Paz (who will compete at the JRGP again this year), April King Mascardo and Gian Carlo Mauricio (who are the country’s flag bearers in the FIM Asia Road Racing Championship.

    Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli with YMPH team

    Around 1,000 YClub members will be given a chance to meet and greet the rising MotoGP stars at the track day, which will be open to the public. The YClub members will also have the opportunity to test some of YMPH’s BluisFast lineup such as the Yamaha Aerox 155, Sniper 155 and YZF-R3.

    Fabio Quartararo and Franco Morbidelli with fans

    Registration for the whole day event starts at 7 a.m.

    Photos from Ruben D. Manahan IV, Yamaha Motor Philippines

    Also read:

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