Vale brought such a brand-new audience to MotoGP™ with his riding, tricks and charm but even at the height of his fame, he was concerned about the future of his sport in Italy. The lack of Italian success and even riders in the smaller classes that had always been the breeding ground for future MotoGP™ stars was a worry. Instead of moaning, the nine-time World Champion did something about it. He formed the VR46 Academy, built the legendary training ranch at his Tavullia home, and fronted his own Grand Prix team. His support and belief in those young riders under his care has brought incredible results. When Marco Bezzecchi brought the Mooney VR46 Racing Team their first-ever MotoGP™ win in Argentina last week, it was the 17th time a rider from the VR46 Academy had won a Premier class Grand Prix.
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